Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Thornton, CO
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Thornton, CO and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.
550 THORNTON PKWY STE 110 0.5 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
9195 GRANT ST STE 100 0.7 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
8515 PEARL ST STE 300 1.2 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
9669 HURON ST STE 201 1.3 miles
THORNTON, CO 80260
500 E 84TH AVE STE B-14 1.5 miles
THORNTON, CO 80229
1050 W 104TH AVE 1.9 miles
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
8333 GREENWOOD BLVD ste 215 2.0 miles
DENVER, CO 80221
11172 HURON ST STE 19 2.5 miles
NORTHGLENN, CO 80234
150 TESON ST 2.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80233
11310 Huron St, Suite 220 2.7 miles
Northglenn, CO 80234
8510 BRYANT ST STE 360 2.8 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
2551 W 84TH AVE 2.8 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
7290 SAMUEL DR STE 114 3.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80221
12213 PECOS ST #600 4.0 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80234
420 E 58TH AVE STE 111 4.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
8120 SHERIDAN BLVD STE 302A 4.6 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80003
6080 W 92ND AVE 4.9 miles
WESTMINSTER, CO 80031
4590 W 121ST AVE 5.1 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
5720 HOLLY ST 5.4 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
PO BOX 1769 6.0 miles
COMM CITY, CO 80037
7000 W 117th Ave Unit B 6.1 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
5101 QUEBEC ST 6.5 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
3801 BRIGHTON BLVD 6.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
5855 E STAPLETON DR N Ste A130 6.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
6900 E 47TH AVENUE DR STE 100 6.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
8842 W 79TH AVE 6.9 miles
ARVADA, CO 80005
6750 E STAPLETON DR S 7.0 miles
DENVER, CO 80216
290 NICKEL ST STE 200 7.1 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
5275 MARSHALL ST STE 201 7.3 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
2420 W 26TH AVE STE200D 7.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80211
5590 HAVANA ST STE A 7.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
799 Highway 287, Suite F 7.5 miles
Broomfield, CO 80020
899 US HIGHWAY 287 STE 500 7.6 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80020
ONSITE TESTING ONLY 3924 Wolff St 7.8 miles
Denver, CO 80212
6750 W 52ND AVE STE F 7.9 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
7450 W 52ND AVE UNIT H 7.9 miles
ARVADA, CO 80002
1730 BLAKE ST STE 100 8.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80202
2490 W 26TH AVE STE 200A 8.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80211
1515 Wazee Ste D 8.3 miles
Denver, CO 80202
1670 BROADWAY 28TH FL 8.3 miles
DENVER, CO 80202
1920 HIGH ST 8.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80218
1835 FRANKLIN ST 8.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80218
10515 E 40TH AVE STE 105 8.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
12060 SABLE BLVD 8.8 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
8995 W 44TH AVE 9.1 miles
WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
P O Box 179 Mail Stop 1398 9.2 miles
Littleton, CO 80201
7120 E 49TH AVE Sapp Brothers Truck Stop 9.2 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
12445 E 39TH AVE UNIT 311 9.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80239
777 BANNOCK ST 9.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80204
500 SUMMIT BLVD 9.9 miles
BROOMFIELD, CO 80021
2419 E 5TH AVE 10.0 miles
DENVER, CO 80206
3350 Peoria Street Ste 190 10.0 miles
Aurora, CO 80011
18240 E 104TH AVE UNIT 205 10.5 miles
COMMERCE CITY, CO 80022
120 BRYANT ST 10.6 miles
DENVER, CO 80219
380 EMPIRE RD STE 120 10.8 miles
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
1200 W South Boulder Rd Ste 103 10.8 miles
Lafayette, CO 80026
15235 E 38th Ave 11.0 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
3449 CHAMBERS RD STE B 11.1 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
2000 W SOUTH BOULDER RD 11.2 miles
LAFAYETTE, CO 80026
469 S CHERRY ST STE 101 11.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
695 S Broadway, 11.4 miles
Denver, CO 80209
1600 PRAIRIE CENTER PKWY 11.5 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
875 S COLORADO BLVD 11.7 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
254 N 4TH AVE 11.8 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
1212 S BROADWAY STE 150 12.0 miles
DENVER, CO 80210
1701 CHAMBERS RD STE E 12.2 miles
AURORA, CO 80011
4101 E LOUISIANA AVE STE 100 12.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80246
2801 PURCELL ST 12.4 miles
BRIGHTON, CO 80601
7500 W MISSISSIPPI AVE STE A 230 12.5 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
605 PARFET ST STE 103 12.5 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
11185 W 6TH AVE 12.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80215
1780 S Bellaire St Ste 302 12.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80222
200 UNION BLVD STE 318 13.3 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
10600 W ALAMEDA AVE STE L8 13.3 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80226
11600 W 2ND PL 13.5 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80228
7585 W ARKANSAS AVE STE B 13.5 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80232
13650 E MISSISSIPPI AVE STE 100 14.0 miles
AURORA, CO 80012
1411 S Potomac St, Suite 290 14.3 miles
Aurora, CO 80012
10355 E ILIFF AVE 14.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80247
1444 S Potomac St Ste 200 14.5 miles
Aurora, CO 80012
1550 S POTOMAC, STE 325 14.5 miles
AURORA, CO 80012
499 E HAMPDEN AVE STE 290 14.8 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113
125 E Hampden Ave 14.8 miles
Englewood, CO 80113
730 W HAMPDEN AVE STE 200 14.9 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110
901 W HAMPDEN AVE UNIT 103 14.9 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80110
3601 S CLARKSON ST 15.0 miles
ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113
209 4TH ST STE A-2 15.0 miles
DACONO, CO 80514
1030 Johnson Rd Ste 290 15.0 miles
Golden, CO 80401
2323 S TROY ST STE 01-301 15.1 miles
AURORA, CO 80014
3545 S TAMARAC DR STE 130 15.4 miles
DENVER, CO 80237
3033 S PARKER RD STE 800 15.5 miles
AURORA, CO 80014
8400 PENA BLVD 15.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80249
5377 MANHATTAN CIRCLE #100 15.8 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
5387 Manhattan Cir, Suite 102 15.8 miles
Boulder, CO 80303
8700 PENA BLVD RM 3284 15.8 miles
DENVER, CO 80249
3738 W PRINCETON CIR 16.2 miles
DENVER, CO 80236
3900 S WADSWORTH BLVD STE 325 16.5 miles
LAKEWOOD, CO 80235
4800 BASELINE RD Ste D-106 16.7 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
112 S Denver Ave 17.0 miles
Fort Lupton, CO 80621
4747 ARAPAHOE AVE 17.2 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
8200 E BELLEVIEW AVE 17.4 miles
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111
1310 FACTORY CIR 17.7 miles
FORT LUPTON, CO 80621
5650 GREENWOOD PLAZA BLVD STE 103 18.0 miles
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80111
1500 28TH ST 18.2 miles
BOULDER, CO 80303
18890 E HAMPDEN AVE 18.4 miles
AURORA, CO 80013
6093 S QUEBEC ST STE 103 18.5 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80111
2275 E ARAPAHOE RD STE 205 18.9 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80122
16728 E Smoky Hill Rd 18.9 miles
Centennial, CO 80015
3300 28TH ST 19.0 miles
BOULDER, CO 80301
8006 E ARAPAHOE RD UNIT 100 19.3 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
6179 S Balsam Way, Suite 240 19.3 miles
Littleton, CO 80123
11877 E Arapahoe Rd STE 200C 19.4 miles
Centennial, CO 80111
9620 E ARAPAHOE RD 19.5 miles
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80112
10909 E ARAPAHOE RD STE A3 19.7 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
20 W DRY CREEK CIR STE 100 19.8 miles
LITTLETON, CO 80120
20 W DRY CREEK CIR STE 300 19.8 miles
LITTLETON, CO 80120
1100 BALSAM AVE 19.9 miles
BOULDER, CO 80304
1551 PROFESSIONAL LN UNIT 140 19.9 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1551 PROFESSIONAL LN 19.9 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
7700 S BROADWAY 20.1 miles
LITTLETON, CO 80122
14000 E Arapahoe Rd Ste 160 20.4 miles
Centennial, CO 80112
205 S MAIN ST STE C 20.5 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1860 INDUSTRIAL CIR 21.0 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
8200 S QUEBEC ST # A3-103 21.0 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80112
206 W COUNTY LINE RD STE 150 21.0 miles
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129
20270 E SMOKY HILL RD 21.3 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80015
8671 S Quebec St, Suite 240 21.6 miles
Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
20971 E SMOKY HILL RD STE 105B 21.7 miles
CENTENNIAL, CO 80015
829 MAIN ST STE 1 22.2 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
9330 S UNIVERSITY BLVD STE 100 22.3 miles
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126
9330 S UNIVERSITY BLVD 22.3 miles
LITTLETON, CO 80126
6140 S GUN CLUB RD STE 202 22.4 miles
AURORA, CO 80016
Via croce di piperno N. 44 Naples 22.6 miles
Italy, KS 80126
1925 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE 23.1 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
1950 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE 23.2 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
2130 Mountain View Ave, 23.2 miles
Longmont, CO 80501
2144 N Main St Ste 8 23.7 miles
Longmont, CO 80501
850 23RD AVE Ste A 24.0 miles
LONGMONT, CO 80501
24300 E SMOKY HILL RD UNIT 120 24.1 miles
AURORA, CO 80016
9395 CROWN CREST BLVD 24.7 miles
PARKER, CO 80138
Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.
Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Thornton, CO testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.
Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.
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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available
Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.
Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.
The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.
Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.
The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.
A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.
In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.
US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).
Additional DOT services include:
- -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
- -DOT Supervisor Training
- -MVR Reports
- -DOT Drug Policy Development
- -DOT Physicals
- -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing
Our Thornton, CO testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.
The Opioid Overdose Crisis
Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.
- Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
- Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
- An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
- About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
- Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
- The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
- Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.
In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)
Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Thornton, CO drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.
Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Thornton, CO testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.
Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Thornton, CO and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.
On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.
Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.
Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.
DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.
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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 Drug Testing Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.
Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers
Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.
Types of Tests Conducted
- Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
- Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
- Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.
What to Expect at a Collection Center
- Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
- Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
- Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.
Importance of Collection Centers
Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.
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Local Area Info: Thornton, Colorado
Thornton is a home rule municipality in Adams and Weld counties in the U.S. state of Colorado, located in the northeast quadrant of the Denver-Aurora-Broomfield, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area. Thornton is 10 miles (16 km) north/northeast of downtown Denver. The United States Census Bureau reported the city's growing population at 118,772 on April 1, 2010, a 44.2% increase from the 2000 Census population of 82,384. Thornton is the sixth-most populous city in the state of Colorado and the 213th-most populous city in the United States.
Thornton consisted solely of farmland until 1953 when Sam Hoffman purchased a lot off Washington Street about seven miles (11 km) north of Denver. The town he laid out was the first fully planned community in Adams County, and the first to offer full municipal services from a single tax levy, including recreation services and free trash pickup. Thornton was named in honor of Former Colorado Governor Dan Thornton.
The Thornton Community Association (TCA) was formed in 1954 to help guide the new community's development. By the end of 1955, Thornton had 5,500 residents in over 1,200 homes. The TCA was instrumental in Thornton's 1956 incorporation as a city. Oyer G. Leary was elected the first mayor.