Due to rapidly rising water levels and the projected risk of major flooding, evacuation orders have been issued for a number of areas.
The Pagosa Springs Police Department has issued a mandatory evacuation order for all residents living along Hermosa Street and San Juan Street.
The Archuleta County Sheriff's Office has issued a mandatory evacuation notice for homes in the south-side San Juan River Village, County Road 335 (Rainbow Road), Morning Rain Court, Evening Rain Court, County Road 337/County Road 339-Last Resort RV Park, properties on County Road 339 nearest to the Blanco River and County Road 500-Estates Circle.
Residents in these areas are required to evacuate immediately and seek alternative shelter. The peak flooding stage is expected to occur around midnight, and conditions may become life-threatening.
In addition, all public parks in the downtown area are now close until further notice.
Do not enter closed parks or flood-prone zones under any circumstances.
Emergency services are currently at full capacity responding to weather-related incidents. We request voluntary cooperation to ensure safety and reduce strain on public safety resources.
The Town of Pagosa Springs is working with Archuleta County Emergency Management to coordinate shelter and response operations. Updates will be provided via official town channels and local media.
For evacuation assistance or to report an emergency, call 911.
At 6 p.m., the San Juan River at Pagosa Springs was running at 5,250 cubic feet per second and 10.78 feet — minor flood stage.
