Simla Police Department
Elbert, Colorado
Encryption Details
Verified Talkgroup Data
View 32 talkgroups
| DEC | Alpha Tag | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4575 | CSPD Falcon 1 | Police - Falcon 1 | Encrypted |
| 4576 | CSPD Falcon 2 | Police - Falcon 2 | Encrypted |
| 4577 | CSPD Falcon 3 | Police - Falcon 3 | Encrypted |
| 4578 | CSPD Goldhill 1 | Police - Goldhill 1 | Encrypted |
| 4579 | CSPD Goldhill 2 | Police - Goldhill 2 | Encrypted |
| 4580 | CSPD Goldhill 3 | Police - Goldhill 3 | Encrypted |
| 4581 | CSPD Sandcreek 1 | Police - Sandcreek 1 | Encrypted |
| 4582 | CSPD Sandcreek 2 | Police - Sandcreek 2 | Encrypted |
| 4583 | CSPD Sandcreek 3 | Police - Sandcreek 3 | Encrypted |
| 4584 | CSPD Stetson 1 | Police - Stetson 1 | Encrypted |
| 4585 | CSPD Stetson 2 | Police - Stetson 2 | Encrypted |
| 4586 | CSPD Stetson 3 | Police - Stetson 3 | Encrypted |
| 4587 | CSPD Central 1 | Police - Central 1 | Encrypted |
| 4588 | CSPD Centra 2 | Police - Central 2 | Encrypted |
| 4589 | CSPD Tactical 1 | Police - Tactical 1 | Encrypted |
| 4592 | CSPD VNI 1 | Police - Vice/Narcotics Unit 1 | Encrypted |
| 4600 | CSPD Citywide | Police - Citywide | Encrypted |
| 4601 | CSPD Fleet | Police - Fleet Maintanence | Encrypted |
| 4571 | CSPD IA | Police - Internal Affairs | Encrypted |
| 4590 | CSPD Tactical 2 | Police - Tactical 2 | Encrypted |
| 4595 | CSPD VNI 4 | Police - Vice/Narcotics Unit 4 | Encrypted |
| 4596 | CSPD VNI 5 | Police - Vice/Narcotics Unit 5 | Encrypted |
| 4570 | CSPD Staff | Police - Staff | Encrypted |
| 4574 | CSPD Supervisors | Police - Supervisors | Encrypted |
| 4591 | CSPD Tactical 3 | Police - Tactical 3 | Encrypted |
| 4593 | CSPD VNI 2 | Police - Vice/Narcotics Unit 2 | Encrypted |
| 4594 | CSPD VNI 3 | Police - Vice/Narcotics Unit 3 | Encrypted |
| 4597 | CSPD INV-1 | Police - Investigations 1 | Encrypted |
| 4598 | CSPD INV-2 | Police - Investigations 2 | Encrypted |
| 4599 | CSPD INV-3 | Police - Investigations 3 | Encrypted |
| 4602 | CSPD Metro Tac | Police - Metro Area Tactical | Encrypted |
| 4604 | CSPD INV | Police - Investigations | Encrypted |
Verification Status
We do have per-talkgroup data for Simla Police Department from the RadioReference API, and used it to set the encryption scope shown above — but no additional human-reviewed source (a live feed check or a dated news account) has been recorded for this record, so treat it as a data-quality correction rather than an independently confirmed verification. Check the live RadioReference database directly for current status.
If you monitor Simla Police Department directly or have more current information, the fastest way to fix this is to update the RadioReference Wiki entry — our data pulls from there and from the RadioReference API on a regular refresh cycle.
Elbert County Context
Simla Police Department isn't an outlier here: 2 of the 3 public-safety agencies we track in Elbert County are fully encrypted (67%), so most departments nearby have made the same move.
See every agency we track in Elbert County → County encryption overview →
What This Means
This agency is listed as encrypting some communications while leaving others open. The per-channel breakdown is unverified — check RadioReference for current status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Simla Police Department radio encrypted?
Simla Police Department is listed in our records with P25 ADP encryption — a listing we haven't yet verified against live talkgroup data. This agency is listed as encrypting some communications while leaving others open. The per-channel breakdown is unverified — check RadioReference for current status.
Can I listen to Simla Police Department on a police scanner?
Possibly. Our database lists Simla Police Department as encrypting some of its talkgroups while leaving others open, which would leave some channels accessible. The listing is unverified — check RadioReference for specific talkgroup status.
Why do agencies like Simla Police Department encrypt their radio?
Departments typically point to officer safety and operational security. Neither claim tends to come with evidence specific to Elbert County; what's verifiable is what's lost — journalists can't monitor police department activity in real time, and coordination with agencies that stay unencrypted gets harder.
Can Elbert County reverse the encryption decision?
Yes. Whoever made this call for Simla Police Department can also unmake it; there's no technical lock-in. The approach that has worked elsewhere combines public-records requests, direct council pressure, and a coordinated local coalition.
What can I do about Simla Police Department encryption?
Start local: show up when Elbert County officials discuss the budget for Simla Police Department, and ask specifically why full encryption was chosen over a delayed feed or tactical-only approach. File a FOIA request for recordings or policy documents, and connect with others nearby who want the same information — a coordinated ask carries more weight than an individual one.