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Bedrock, Colorado

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opened on November 8, 1883. The town's general store and post office were built on solid rock, hence the name. The general store originally served the ranching community of Paradox Valley and later also served uranium miners in the 20th century.
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enters the Paradox Valley approximately one quarter of a mile southeast of the community.
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U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Bedrock, Colorado
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The general store was built in 1882 and featured in the 1991 film
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Bauer, William H.; James L. Ozment; John H. Willard (1990).
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The town of Bedrock was established in 1883. The Bedrock
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Photo of Colorado Hwy 90 near Bedrock, CO on Panoramio
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Unincorporated community in Colorado, United States
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Unincorporated community
Bedrock's general store
Bedrock is located in Colorado
Bedrock is located in the United States
38°18′54″N 108°53′27″W / 38.31500°N 108.89083°W / 38.31500; -108.89083
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Colorado
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Montrose County
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unincorporated community
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Montrose County
Colorado
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Thelma & Louise
Paradox Valley
Dolores River
Naturita
Colorado State Highway 90

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