Johnstown, Colorado

Johnstown is a home rule municipality in Weld and Larimer counties in the U.S. state of Colorado.

[5] The Town of Johnstown began with the vision of Harvey J. Parish before its platting in 1902.

It was notable with a number of large pieces of the broken-up asteroid recovered, including one of 23.5 kg (52 lb) that impacted into the Earth to a depth of 1.7 m (5.5 ft).

The meteorite fell during an outdoor funeral service with more than 200 people attending who witnessed the event or heard the several stones falling.

[11] According to the United States Census Bureau, the town in 2010 had a total area of 13.52 square miles (35.0 km2).

13.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

Johnstown's economy continues to expand and grow with major companies such Kroger's Fulfillment Center, Buc-ee's Travel Center, and Woods Grocer expanding into the community.

Doughty was raised in Johnstown and played varsity football at Roosevelt High School.

The Johnstown diogenite meteorite.
Map of Colorado highlighting Weld County
Map of Colorado highlighting Larimer County