Lawson, Colorado

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Lawson is a small unincorporated community situated along Clear Creek in Clear Creek County, Colorado, United States. Lawson is a part of the Downieville-Lawson-Dumont census-designated place.

History

A post office called Lawson was established in 1877, and remained in operation until 1966. The community was named for Alexander Lawson, the proprietor of a local inn.

Geography

Lawson is located at 39.76389°N, -105.62361°W (39.76395,-105.623674).

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