Utilities Setup in Falcon, Colorado
> Because Falcon is unincorporated, utility setup requires identifying the right district for your specific address — not a single city utility office.
Water: district-based service
Falcon is served by several water districts depending on your neighborhood. Cherokee Metropolitan District serves parts of the area. Woodmen Hills Metro serves another section. Some older areas still use private wells. Confirm your water provider before closing on a home — monthly rates vary significantly.
Sewer vs septic
Newer subdivisions like Meridian Ranch connect to central sewer. Older and more rural parts of Falcon rely on septic systems. Septic requires periodic pumping (typically every 3–5 years) and is a recurring homeowner cost.
Electric and gas
Black Hills Energy serves natural gas in much of the area. Colorado Springs Utilities may serve some portions. Electric service is typically through Mountain View Electric Association (MVEA) for most of Falcon.
Internet and cable
Options vary by subdivision. Lumen (CenturyLink), Xfinity, and Starlink satellite are common. Before signing on a home, confirm what's available at that address. Fiber availability is expanding but not universal.
Trash and recycling
Trash service is through private haulers — typically not provided by a single district. Some HOAs arrange bulk service. Others require individual contracts with haulers like Bestway Disposal.
Related reading
- City hub: [Falcon city guide](/co/falcon)
- Related guide: [Moving to Falcon, Colorado](/co/falcon/guides/moving-to-falcon-colorado)
- Related article: [First month checklist for Falcon newcomers](/co/falcon/articles/first-month-checklist-for-falcon-newcomers)
- Food guide: [Grocery and food routines in Falcon](/co/falcon/guides/grocery-and-food-routines-in-falcon)