This report gives you a summary of the data over the past week and the status of COVID-19 in the community.** For more detailed information, please visit our Covid-19 data dashboards.
Current CDC Covid-19 Community Level
| Low | Medium | High |
On February 24tn the CDC updated the Covid-19 Risk levels to Community Levels. Pitkin County is currently at a 
Hospital Status (As of 2/16)
- Aspen Valley Hospital Capacity: COMFORTABLE*
(Based on an evaluation of inpatient hospitalizations, transfer capacity, healthcare workers out and average daily visits in ER, respiratory evaluation, and COVID-19 testing)
- Pitkin County Resident Hospital Admissions: 2 (in past 2 weeks anywhere in CO)
- All Colorado Hospitalizations:
- 91% of Acute Care Beds in Use
- 85% of ICU Beds in Use
- 67% of Those Hospitalized are Unvaccinated
7-Day COVID-19 Case Summary (3/16 – 3/22)
- New Pitkin County cases: 33
- Resident Incidence Rate: 190/100,000
(The cumulative incidence rate is calculated by dividing the total number of cases over the census population, then multiplying by 100,000)
7-Day Testing Summary (3/16 – 3/22)
- Positivity Rate: 9%
- Positivity Increase/Decrease: 6% Increase over the prior 7-day period
Mask Status
- Indoor Mask Mandate
- Masks are recommended indoors but required on public transportation and in some business settings.
Updates
Changes to COVID-19 Data Dashboard
As COVID-19 wanes in Pitkin County, the public health team has simplified the data reporting process and associated dashboards. There will now be a single Pitkin County data dashboard, which will include data on COVID-19 case and testing, and COVID-19 hospitalizations, deaths, and vaccinations. Additional data that is provided by the state will also be linked in the new data page. Read our newest blog to learn more.
TSA Extends Mask Mandate
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has extended the security directive requiring masks on public transportation and in public transportation hubs through April 18, 2022. Please continue to wear your mask on public transit including RFTA buses, as well as in the Pitkin County Airport.
Jordana Sabella on Aspen Daily News Update
Watch our last Aspen Daily News update with Jordana Sabella on the changes in COVID-19 response as we head into the spring season. Click here to watch.
**The COVID-19 case data was collected by Pitkin County Public Health and may not reflect data reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE). Testing results are from CDPHE reports of all COVID-19 tests among Pitkin County residents. There may be differences between CDPHE positivity estimates and those presented in this report.
