Haswell, Colorado: Nation's Smallest Jail
Built in 1921, the Haswell Jail could hold four prisoners. Its "Nation's Smallest Jail" sign is nearly as big as the jail itself.
- Address:
- 3rd St., Haswell, CO
- Directions:
- On the south side of 3rd St. a half-block west of Main St. The shed-like white building would be unrecognizable as a lock-up if not for its "Nation's Smallest Jail" sign.
- Admission:
- Free
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The smallest jail in the United States.
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The Haswell Jail was built in 1921 and was used until the 1940s. It's 14x16 feet, with a maximum capacity of four prisoners. Its claim to be the "Nation's Smallest Jail" is debatable, but we give the town credit for putting up a big sign making the claim.