DOT Physical Westminster, CO
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Westminster, CO and throughout the local area.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL license must have a DOT physical, complete a medical examination report and successfully complete all requirements of the DOT physical to be issued a CDL medical card, the card is valid for 24 months and must be renewed every 2 years with a physical.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides DOT and non DOT physicals Westminster, CO at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by FMCSA. Testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
To Schedule Your DOT Physical or DOT Drug Test at a local testing center call - (800)221-4291 or Schedule your DOT physical or DOT drug test now by clicking the schedule now button below.
8120 SHERIDAN BLVD STE 302A 1.0 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80003
2551 W 84TH AVE 1.3 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
8510 BRYANT ST STE 360 1.4 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
7290 SAMUEL DR STE 114 1.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80221
8333 GREENWOOD BLVD ste 215 2.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80221
6080 W 92ND AVE 2.3 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
500 E 84TH AVE STE B-14 3.0 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
8842 W 79TH AVE 3.1 miles
ARVADA, CO 80005
8515 PEARL ST STE 300 3.2 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
9669 HURON ST STE 201 3.2 miles
THORNTON, CO 80260
9195 GRANT ST STE 100 3.4 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
5275 MARSHALL ST STE 201 3.5 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
550 THORNTON PKWY STE 110 3.8 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
420 E 58TH AVE STE 111 3.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
1050 W 104TH AVE 3.9 miles
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
6750 W 52ND AVE STE F 3.9 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
7450 W 52ND AVE UNIT H 3.9 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
ONSITE TESTING ONLY 3924 Wolff St 4.6 miles
Denver, CO 80212
11172 HURON ST STE 19 4.8 miles
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
2420 W 26TH AVE STE200D 4.9 miles
DENVER, CO 80211
11310 Huron St, Suite 220 5.0 miles
Northglenn, CO 80234
8995 W 44TH AVE 5.1 miles
WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
7000 W 117th Ave Unit B 5.4 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
4590 W 121ST AVE 5.4 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
3801 BRIGHTON BLVD 5.5 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
2490 W 26TH AVE STE 200A 5.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80211
12213 PECOS ST #600 5.9 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80234
1730 BLAKE ST STE 100 6.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80202
1515 Wazee Ste D 6.2 miles
Denver, CO 80202
290 NICKEL ST STE 200 6.4 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
150 TESON ST 6.5 miles
DENVER, CO 80233
5720 HOLLY ST 6.6 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
1670 BROADWAY 28TH FL 6.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80202
799 Highway 287, Suite F 6.8 miles
Broomfield, CO 80020
899 US HIGHWAY 287 STE 500 6.9 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
1835 FRANKLIN ST 7.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80218
1920 HIGH ST 7.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80218
5855 E STAPLETON DR N Ste A130 7.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
6900 E 47TH AVENUE DR STE 100 7.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
5101 QUEBEC ST 7.8 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
6750 E STAPLETON DR S 7.9 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
777 BANNOCK ST 7.9 miles
DENVER, CO 80204
120 BRYANT ST 8.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80219
500 SUMMIT BLVD 8.4 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80021
605 PARFET ST STE 103 8.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
2419 E 5TH AVE 8.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80206
11185 W 6TH AVE 8.9 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
7500 W MISSISSIPPI AVE STE A 230 9.0 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
5590 HAVANA ST STE A 9.5 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
200 UNION BLVD STE 318 9.5 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
695 S Broadway, 9.5 miles
Denver, CO 80209
PO BOX 1769 9.5 miles
COMM CITY, CO 80037
11600 W 2ND PL 9.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
10600 W ALAMEDA AVE STE L8 9.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
10515 E 40TH AVE STE 105 10.1 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
1212 S BROADWAY STE 150 10.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80210
7585 W ARKANSAS AVE STE B 10.3 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80232
P O Box 179 Mail Stop 1398 10.3 miles
Littleton, CO 80201
380 EMPIRE RD STE 120 10.4 miles
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
469 S CHERRY ST STE 101 10.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
875 S COLORADO BLVD 10.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
1200 W South Boulder Rd Ste 103 11.0 miles
Lafayette, CO 80026
1030 Johnson Rd Ste 290 11.0 miles
Golden, CO 80401
4101 E LOUISIANA AVE STE 100 11.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
2000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD 11.2 miles
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
12445 E 39TH AVE UNIT 311 11.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
3350 Peoria Street Ste 190 11.4 miles
Aurora, CO 80011
1780 S Bellaire St Ste 302 11.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80222
12060 SABLE BLVD 12.8 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
901 W HAMPDEN AVE UNIT 103 12.8 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110
730 W HAMPDEN AVE STE 200 12.8 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110
15235 E 38th Ave 12.9 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
125 E Hampden Ave 12.9 miles
Englewood, CO 80113
499 E HAMPDEN AVE STE 290 13.0 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113
7120 E 49TH AVE Sapp Brothers Truck Stop 13.0 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
3449 CHAMBERS RD STE B 13.0 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
3601 S CLARKSON ST 13.2 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113
3900 S WADSWORTH BLVD STE 325 13.4 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80235
3738 W PRINCETON CIR 13.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80236
1701 CHAMBERS RD STE E 13.7 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
18240 E 104TH AVE UNIT 205 14.3 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
10355 E ILIFF AVE 14.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80247
5377 MANHATTAN CIRCLE #100 14.4 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
5387 Manhattan Cir, Suite 102 14.4 miles
Boulder, CO 80303
13650 E MISSISSIPPI AVE STE 100 14.7 miles
AURORA, CO 80012
3545 S TAMARAC DR STE 130 14.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80237
1411 S Potomac St, Suite 290 14.8 miles
Aurora, CO 80012
1444 S Potomac St Ste 200 15.0 miles
Aurora, CO 80012
1550 S POTOMAC, STE 325 15.0 miles
AURORA, CO 80012
2323 S TROY ST STE 01-301 15.4 miles
AURORA, CO 80014
4800 BASELINE RD Ste D-106 15.4 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
3033 S PARKER RD STE 800 15.4 miles
AURORA, CO 80014
1600 PRAIRIE CENTER PKWY 15.6 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
254 N 4TH AVE 15.8 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
4747 ARAPAHOE AVE 16.2 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
6179 S Balsam Way, Suite 240 16.3 miles
Littleton, CO 80123
2801 PURCELL ST 16.4 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
8200 E BELLEVIEW AVE 16.6 miles
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111
1500 28TH ST 16.9 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
5650 GREENWOOD PLAZA BLVD STE 103 17.1 miles
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111
2275 E ARAPAHOE RD STE 205 17.1 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80122
6093 S QUEBEC ST STE 103 17.4 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80111
20 W DRY CREEK CIR STE 100 17.8 miles
LITTLETON, CO 80120
20 W DRY CREEK CIR STE 300 17.8 miles
LITTLETON, CO 80120
209 4TH ST STE A-2 17.9 miles
DACONO, CO 80514
3300 28TH ST 18.0 miles
BOULDER, CO 80301
7700 S BROADWAY 18.1 miles
LITTLETON, CO 80122
8006 E ARAPAHOE RD UNIT 100 18.3 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
1100 BALSAM AVE 18.5 miles
BOULDER, CO 80304
11877 E Arapahoe Rd STE 200C 18.6 miles
Centennial, CO 80111
9620 E ARAPAHOE RD 18.7 miles
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80112
206 W COUNTY LINE RD STE 150 18.9 miles
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129
10909 E ARAPAHOE RD STE A3 19.1 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
18890 E HAMPDEN AVE 19.1 miles
AURORA, CO 80013
16728 E Smoky Hill Rd 19.2 miles
Centennial, CO 80015
8400 PENA BLVD 19.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80249
8700 PENA BLVD RM 3284 19.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80249
8200 S QUEBEC ST # A3-103 19.8 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
14000 E Arapahoe Rd Ste 160 20.1 miles
Centennial, CO 80112
8671 S Quebec St, Suite 240 20.3 miles
Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
9330 S UNIVERSITY BLVD STE 100 20.7 miles
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126
9330 S UNIVERSITY BLVD 20.7 miles
LITTLETON, CO 80126
112 S Denver Ave 20.7 miles
Fort Lupton, CO 80621
Via croce di piperno N. 44 Naples 20.9 miles
Italy, KS 80126
1551 PROFESSIONAL LN UNIT 140 21.1 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1551 PROFESSIONAL LN 21.1 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1310 FACTORY CIR 21.4 miles
FORT LUPTON, CO 80621
205 S MAIN ST STE C 21.7 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
20270 E SMOKY HILL RD 21.7 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80015
1860 INDUSTRIAL CIR 22.0 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
20971 E SMOKY HILL RD STE 105B 22.2 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80015
6140 S GUN CLUB RD STE 202 23.2 miles
AURORA, CO 80016
829 MAIN ST STE 1 23.5 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1925 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE 24.3 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1950 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE 24.3 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
2130 Mountain View Ave, 24.3 miles
Longmont, CO 80501
9395 CROWN CREST BLVD 24.6 miles
PARKER, CO 80138
24300 E SMOKY HILL RD UNIT 120 24.8 miles
AURORA, CO 80016
DOT Physical Westminster, CO
Federal Law and DOT regulations state that any "covered employee" such as a CDL driver must possess a valid medical card demonstrating that they have successfully passed a DOT Physical examination and complied with all other requirements of DOT regulation part 40 to be eligible to drive.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can schedule your DOT or non DOT physical examination at a location close to you, insure that all required documentation is completed and that you are issued a CDL medical card upon successfully passing the exam.
Recommended items to bring to your DOT physical:
- Eye glasses (bring prescription)
- List of medications
- Clearance letters or physician related documentation
Persons should also be prepared to discuss with the FMCSA certified examiner your health history including past or recent illnesses or other information related to your physical exam.
NON DOT Physicals/Examinations
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can also provide through our nationwide testing locations and affiliated medical facilities non DOT physicals for job fitness, return to duty and follow up.
To Schedule a DOT or Non DOT Physical Westminster, CO
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Westminster, CO
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Westminster, CO and throughout the local area which complies with all requirements of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available.
No appointment is necessary, but you must call and register for a DOT Drug Test Westminster, CO location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Westminster, CO location.
Scheduling a DOT Drug Test, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or schedule online 24/7.
Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and the process to schedule a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test is FAST AND EASY.
In addition to providing DOT drug testing Westminster, CO location and DOT breath alcohol testing Westminster, CO location, Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and other surrounding cities. When you need a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test for pre-employment, random or post-accident, call our DOT drug testing Westminster, CO office at (800)221-4291.
On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has over 5000 testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
Department of Transportation (DOT)
If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.
Drug Free Workplace
Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.
We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.
Our DOT drug testing Westminster, CO centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.
Our DOT drug testing Westminster, CO locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Westminster, CO centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.
In accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations if you or your business is regulated by one of the following agencies all "covered safety sensitive" employees (part or full time) must comply with all DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements. For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency in which you or your company is regulated by.
Please Note- If you are currently being audited/inspected or found to be in violation by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and you are calling for DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing, please advise the Accredited Drug Testing DOT Specialist when ordering DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing services.
To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 - Click Here
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all covered employees take a pre-employment 5 panel drug test and have a negative result on file to hold a safety sensitive position.
All DOT regulated companies must have on file a copy of the pre-employment drug test for all covered employees. An applicant saying that they previously took a DOT pre-employment drug test but cannot produce a copy of the drug test result must take a pre-employment drug test before beginning employment in a DOT safety sensitive position.
The Accredited Drug Testing Inc DOT random drug testing program notifies covered employees by email and a phone call and provides the location of the closest testing center for the covered employee to go and take their drug and alcohol test.
Failing to take a random drug or alcohol test once selected can result in substantial fines and penalties by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved random selection Consortium for covered employees who are required to comply with DOT random testing requirements.
DOT Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated companies educate and train all supervisors in how to detect employees under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.
Supervisors must complete and successfully pass a DOT approved supervisor training course.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved Supervisor Training Course which is web based and which will provide a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the course. The course is approximately 3 hours in length and maybe accessed at anytime.
DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that any regulated company with two or more employees holding safety sensitive positions covered by 49 CFR Part 40 must have a written DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy and all employees must be provided a copy of the policy. Companies must comply with all requirements listed in the DOT drug and alcohol policy.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc specializes in the development and implementation of a DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy - Call Accredited Drug Testing in Westminster, CO, (800)221-4291
DOT Additional Requirements/Information
The Department of Transportation only recognizes and authorizes a 5 panel urine drug test and a breath alcohol test for compliance with 49 CFR Part 40.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that a Federal Chain of Custody Form (5 Page CCF) be used with all drug screens and that all breath alcohol testing devices be approved by the DOT.
The staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc are certified and trained in DOT drug specimen collections and DOT breath alcohol testing.
DOT Physicals
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL License must successfully pass a DOT physical to be issued a CDL Medical Card. The Medical Card is valid for 24months and must be renewed every 2 years with a new physical.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT physicals nationwide at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT Physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by the FMCSA.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc is your "one stop shopping" for all DOT Physicals Westminster, CO and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Westminster, CO.
To schedule a DOT Physical Westminster, CO location or DOT Drug Test Westminster, CO location, Call (800)221-4291
Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800)221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of DOT Physical Examinations
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination is a health assessment mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This examination ensures that each driver is capable and healthy enough to safely perform the demanding duties associated with operating a commercial vehicle. The primary goal is to enhance road safety by preventing accidents caused by physical health issues.
Who Needs a DOT Physical?
- Commercial Drivers: All commercial drivers who operate vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds must undergo this physical examination.
- Interstate Bus Drivers: Drivers who operate vehicles that carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver, interstate.
- Hazardous Material Transporters: Those who transport hazardous materials that require safety permits due to the quantity.
Components of a DOT Physical
The DOT physical covers various health checks to assess a driver’s physical and mental capabilities:
- Vision Test: Drivers must have at least 20/40 acuity in each eye with or without correction and a horizontal visual field of at least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
- Hearing Test: Drivers must be able to hear a forced whisper from a distance of at least five feet with or without a hearing aid.
- Blood Pressure/Pulse Rate: Assesses cardiovascular health and the potential for hypertension.
- Urinalysis: Screens for underlying medical conditions like diabetes and kidney disorders.
- Physical Examination: Involves the examination of multiple systems in the body including neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and psychiatric systems to ensure no impairment that could hinder driving ability.
Validity and Certification
Once a driver passes the DOT physical, they receive a DOT medical certificate which is typically valid for up to two years. However, if a condition is found that requires monitoring (such as hypertension), the medical certificate may be issued for a shorter period.
Preparing for a DOT Physical
Drivers should prepare for their DOT physical by:
- Gathering Health Information: Bring a list of current medications and information on any diagnosed conditions.
- Wearing Proper Attire: Wear loose clothing for the physical exam, and bring any necessary corrective lenses or hearing aids.
- Staying Informed: Be aware of how certain medical conditions might affect the ability to pass the physical.
A DOT physical is a crucial step for the safety of both the commercial driver and other road users. By ensuring medical fitness, these exams help maintain high safety standards in the transportation industry.
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Local Area Info: Westminster, Colorado
Westminster is a Home Rule Municipality in Adams and Jefferson counties in the U.S. state of Colorado. Westminster is a northwest suburb of Denver. The Westminster Municipal Center is located 9 miles (14 km) north-northwest of the Colorado State Capitol. As of the 2010 census the population of Westminster was 106,114, and as of 2016 the estimated population was 113,875. Westminster is the seventh most populous city in Colorado and the 237th most populous city in the United States. Westminster is a part of the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area and the Denver-Aurora-Boulder Combined Statistical Area. In July 2006, it was ranked as the 24th best place to live in the USA by Money magazine.
Gold discovered in the South Platte River Valley in 1858 brought national attention to the area that would become Westminster, Colorado. The promise of fortune and the Land Act of 1862 encouraged many settlers from the east to make Colorado their home instead of heading on to California. Before the settlements came, wildlife like antelope and buffalo made their homes in this area. There is also evidence of Arapaho Indians near the Crown Point (Gregory Hill) area.
After the first permanent white settler, Pleasant DeSpain, built his home in 1870 on 160 acres (near what is now West 76th Avenue and Lowell Street), the area became known as DeSpain Junction and began attracting other settlers including horse breeder Edward Bruce Bowles who was instrumental in constructing the town's train depot in 1881. In 1885, Connecticut real estate developer C. J. Harris arrived in DeSpain Junction and began buying up land. Soon the town was renamed Harris, but was also known as Darell Park.