In case you missed it, the United States Geological Survey reports that an earthquake took place in the area of Elbert, Colorado on October 17. It occurred at about 12:51 p.m. on Friday afternoon at a depth of about 4.8 miles and was strong enough for some in the area to feel.

The epicenter of the quake was about eight miles southwest of Elbert and about nine miles northeast of Black Forest, with the quake being rated at a magnitude of 3.0.

It was the only earthquake to be recorded in Colorado over the last 30 days and the 3rd-strongest of the year (behind a 3.4 magnitude earthquake near Weston on June 28 and a 3.2 magnitude earthquake near Delta on April 3), with earthquake magnitudes at 3.0 generally felt by those nearby, but rarely causing damage.

The most powerful earthquake over the last 150 years in Colorado is considered to be a 6.6 magnitude earthquake that took place on November 7, 1882. This occurred in the Fort Collins area, with vibrations felt around much of the state. Some minor damage occurred.

Thus, while the more recent earthquake made headlines, it wasn’t too noteworthy aside from that it was one of the more powerful earthquakes felt this year in the Centennial State.