Gilpin County Birth Certificate Services

Gilpin County birth records are available through the Gilpin County Public Health Agency. The office is in Black Hawk, Colorado. This small mountain county office serves a rural population. It provides full vital records services despite its size.

Gilpin County Public Health Agency Vital Records

The Gilpin County Public Health Agency provides birth certificates. The office is at 2960 Dory Hill Road, Suite 120, in Black Hawk, Colorado. This location is in the mountains west of Denver. The office serves the residents of Gilpin County.

The Black Hawk office can issue birth certificates for any Colorado birth. State rules allow any county office to serve the whole state. This is convenient for mountain residents.

How to Order Gilpin County Birth Certificates

Gilpin County residents can order birth records in several ways. The Black Hawk office accepts in-person visits. Mail orders work well for mountain residents. Online ordering is also an option.

In-person service may need an appointment. Call 303-582-5803 first. Hours may be limited in small counties. Bring your current photo ID. Payment options may include cash and checks.

Mail orders are a good choice for Gilpin County. Complete the state application form. Include a copy of your ID. Add payment by check or money order. Send to the address above.

Gilpin County Birth Certificate Fees

Fees follow Colorado state standards. The first copy costs $25. Each additional copy costs $20. Order them together to save money on extra copies.

Payment methods may be limited. Small county offices often prefer cash and checks. Call ahead to confirm. Credit cards may not be accepted.

Note: Gilpin County cannot make corrections to birth records. Send all changes to the state office. The phone number is 303-692-2200.

Who Can Request Gilpin County Birth Records

Colorado law limits who can get birth certificates. Privacy protection is important. You must prove your identity. You must also prove your relationship to the person on the record.

The registrant can request their own birth certificate. Parents listed on the record may order. Children need proof of relationship. Siblings must show they share a parent. Spouses need a marriage certificate.

Grandparents need court orders now. The rules changed in October 2024. They cannot request based on relationship alone. This applies statewide.

Bring valid photo ID to the Black Hawk office. Current IDs are required. Expired documents are not accepted. Driver's licenses work best.

Communities in Gilpin County

Gilpin County is a small mountain county. It includes several historic mining towns. Communities served include:

• Black Hawk
• Central City
• Pinecliffe
• Rollinsville

The Black Hawk office serves all these communities. It provides vital records for the entire county.

Nearby Counties

If Gilpin County is not convenient, try these nearby offices: