Walsenburg, CO Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2019: 3,029 (95% urban, 5% rural).

Population (female): 1,420

Median Age: 50.3 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 17.7%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Colorado and other state lists, there were 44 registered sex offenders living in Walsenburg, Colorado as of April 25, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Walsenburg is 69 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (9.4%), Italian (9.0%), American (3.7%), English (1.9%), Scottish (1.8%), Irish (1.3%).

Elevation: 6182 feet

Land Area: 2.33 square miles.

Population Density:

A post office called Walsenburg has been in operation since 1870. The community was named after Fred Walsen, an early settler.

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Onsite Testing

On-Site Drug Testing Walsenburg, CO

Time is money, we can come to you. Accredited Drug Testing provides on-site drug testing services in Walsenburg, CO and throughout the local area for employers who need drug or alcohol testing at their place of business or other location. On-site drug testing methods include urine drug testing, hair drug testing, oral saliva drug testing and breath alcohol testing. Both instant drug test results and laboratory analyzed testing is available. Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident.

23500 US HIGHWAY 160 0.4 miles

23500 US HIGHWAY 160
WALSENBURG, CO 81089
Categories: WALSENBURG CO

(800) 221-4291

Drug Test Screening Panels Available In Walsenburg, CO

We offer a 5-panel drug test, which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • PCP

We offer a 10-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbituates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene

We offer a 12-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene
  • Meperidine
  • Tramadol

** Customized drug testing panels such as bath salts, synthetic marijuana, steroids and other drugs are also available.

Urine or Hair On-site Drug Testing In Walsenburg, CO - You Choose!

Our on-site drug testing services in Walsenburg, CO include urine drug testing, which has a detection period of 1-5 days and hair drug testing which has a detection period of up to 90 days. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours, when analyzed by our SAMHSA Certified Laboratories. Negative instant test results are available immediately, non-negative test results require laboratory confirmation.

Why Use On-Site Drug Testing in Walsenburg, CO?

Time is money and when sending an employee to one of our many drug testing centers in Walsenburg, CO would cause disruption to your business operations or affect your employees work productivity, conducting on-site drug testing will eliminate these issues.

Who Uses On-Site Drug Testing?

  • Construction Sites
  • Manufacturing Plants
  • Power Plants
  • Motor Pool Facilities
  • Car Dealerships
  • Trucking/Transportation Companies
  • Schools
  • Sports Venues
  • Hospitals
  • Oil & Gas Drillings Sites

Are you a DOT Regulated Company?

Accredited Drug Testing has trained and qualified collectors who also specialize in providing on-site drug testing services for all DOT modes to include:

Additional DOT Services:

  • DOT Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physicals
  • Supervisor Training
  • DOT Drug Policy Development
  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

How To Schedule On-Site Drug Testing In Walsenburg, CO?

Step 1 - Call our on-site coordinator at (800)221-4291

Step 2 - Have at least 10 employees needing to be tested (recommended)

Step 3 - Provide the date, location and time of the requested on-site drug testing services

In addition to on-site drug testing in Walsenburg, CO, we also have drug testing centers available at the following locations.

(800) 221-4291

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Local Area Info: Walsenburg, Colorado

Walsenburg is a statutory city that is the county seat and the most populous city of Huerfano County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 3,068 at the 2010 census, down from 4,182 in 2000.

Walsenburg is mentioned in the famous Woody Guthrie song, "Ludlow Massacre". The song recounts an attack by the Colorado National Guard and armed Colorado Fuel & Iron Company camp guards on a tent colony of 1,200 striking coal miners and their families at Ludlow, Colorado, on April 20, 1914. Some two dozen people, including women and children, were killed. The first instance of violence in Walsenburg during the coal strikes is known as the Seventh Street Massacre where a total of three miners died. Walsenburg also became one of the most deadly of all the Ten Days War encounters on April 27, 1914. On this day around 25 people would die. The town is also remembered in sports history due to a famous newspaper gaffe ("Will Overhead") after the 1933 Indianapolis 500.

Walsenburg is located in east-central Huerfano County, on the north side of the Cucharas River at the eastern edge of the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.Interstate 25 runs along the eastern edge of the city, with access from Exits 49, 50, and 52. I-25 leads north 48 miles (77 km) to Pueblo and south 36 miles (58 km) to Trinidad. U.S. Route 160 passes through the center of Walsenburg, leading west across North La Veta Pass 72 miles (116 km) to Alamosa and south with I-25 to Trinidad. Colorado State Highway 10 leads northeast from Walsenburg 73 miles (117 km) to La Junta.

Show Regional Data

Population (total): Population in 2019: 3,029 (95% urban, 5% rural).

Population (female): 1,420

Median Age: 50.3 years

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2019: 17.7%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Colorado and other state lists, there were 44 registered sex offenders living in Walsenburg, Colorado as of April 25, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Walsenburg is 69 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (9.4%), Italian (9.0%), American (3.7%), English (1.9%), Scottish (1.8%), Irish (1.3%).

Elevation: 6182 feet

Land Area: 2.33 square miles.

Population Density:

A post office called Walsenburg has been in operation since 1870. The community was named after Fred Walsen, an early settler.

(800) 221-4291