Eagle-Vail, Colorado facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eagle-Vail, Colorado
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U.S. Route 6 and Eagle Road in EagleVail.
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Location of Eagle-Vail in Eagle County, Colorado.
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 Eagle-Vail, Colorado
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Colorado |
| County | Eagle |
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| • Type | metropolitan district |
| Elevation | 7,602 ft (2,317 m) |
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | 2,887 |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
Avon 81620
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| GNIS feature | Eagle-Vail, Colorado |
Eagle-Vail is a small community in Eagle County, Colorado, United States. It's not an official city, but a place where people live, called an unincorporated community. Eagle-Vail is located right next to Interstate 70 and the Eagle River. In the year 2000, about 2,887 people lived there.
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What is Eagle-Vail Like?
Eagle-Vail is in the middle of the beautiful Eagle River Valley. It's located between two popular places, Vail and Avon. This community has more than 1,400 homes. Many people live here all year round, while others have second homes for vacations. The area is managed by the Eagle-Vail Metro District and the Eagle-Vail Property Owners Association. It's also home to the Eagle-Vail Golf Club, a great place for golf!
Where is Eagle-Vail Located?
Eagle-Vail can be found at these coordinates: 39°37′08″N 106°29′13″W / 39.619°N 106.487°W. This helps us pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
How Many People Live in Eagle-Vail?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1990 | 1,922 | — |
| 2000 | 2,887 | +50.2% |
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The number of people living in Eagle-Vail has grown over time. In 1990, there were 1,922 residents. By the year 2000, the population had increased to 2,887 people.
Getting Around Eagle-Vail
Air Travel
If you need to fly, Eagle-Vail is served by the Eagle County Airport. This airport is located near a town called Gypsum.
Roads
The main highway, Interstate 70, runs through Eagle-Vail from east to west. Another important road, U.S. Route 6, also goes through the community.
Public Transportation
Eagle-Vail has a bus service called ECO Transit. This is a public transportation system that helps people get around the area without needing a car.
Images for kids
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The Interstate 70 highway sign.
See also
In Spanish: Eagle-Vail para niños
