Weather Forecast: A Flood Warning is in effect from Sunday morning to Monday morning for the San Juan River at Pagosa Springs. A Winter Weather Warning is in effect for the same time period for the mountains. Periods of heavy rain will begin around sunrise Sunday and continue through Monday morning. 3” of rain is expected for the Pagosa Springs area with up to 18” of snow in the mountains, depending on elevation. The San Juan River is expected to crest at 16.9 feet (compared to 15.02’ last week and a historic record of 17.8 ft.) around midnight Sunday night.
Evacuation Orders:
Archuleta County: Mandatory evacuation orders for all low-lying areas along the San Juan, Rio Blanco, Navajo, and Piedra Rivers are still in effect.
Town of Pagosa: The Town of Pagosa Springs has issued a MANDATORY EVACUATION ORDER for residents, businesses, and visitors in areas threatened by flooding, particularly along the San Juan River corridor and in low-lying areas.
To view an interactive map including evacuation zones and road closures visit:https://archuletaco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/interactivelegend/index.html?appid=935713304e0a4182abbe4ec3c9db5c03
Road Closures:
State Highway 151 – Impassible near mile marker 27. Residents at either end of the break can access their properties.
State Highway 160 – Open in both directions
County Road 337 (Carrico St) – Closed
County Road 339 – Impassible on the southern end, but open to single lane traffic on the north end bridge.
County Road 500
OPEN:
Mile Marker 42 (Hwy 151) to MM 34 (no through traffic at MM 34)
MM 34 east to Pagosa Junction at MM 26
Pagosa Junction at MM 26 open east to MM 21
MM 14.5 to MM 12 is open, but the road is rough. We expect this section of road to be closed again after the next rain.
CLOSED:
MM 21 TO MM 14.5
CR 500 closed from MM 14.5 (Montezuma Bridge) into town. The only way into town from this area is Montezuma Rd to CR 359 to US Hwy 84.
County Road 551 – Open from Dulce to Juanita Bridge on the south side
County Road 700 – Open from Highway 160 south to Pagosa Junction
North Pagosa Blvd – Closed from Mission to the Hills Circle area; alternate access is available via Piedra Road.
San Juan Street and Hermosa Street in Pagosa closed to through traffic as of 6:00 am, November 1.
Additional closures may be necessary. For updated information, visit www.cotrip.org for information on state highways, the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page for county roads, and the Town of Pagosa Facebook page for municipal roadways.
Businesses Closed- As of 6:00 am on Sunday, November 1, all businesses along the river in downtown Pagosa Springs will be closed until further notice. Town of Pagosa offices including Town Hall, the Community Center, Visitor Center, and Maintenance Building Offices will also be closed.
Take action now:
Stay out of evacuated areas until officials issue an all-clear and confirm it is safe to return. Hazards such as high water, damaged roads, and unstable structures may still be present.
Evacuation shelters:
Animals: Small animals are being housed at the Humane Society (465 Cloman Blvd). Large animals may be taken to the Archuleta County Fairgrounds (344 Hwy 84). For questions or more information, text CSU Extension Agent Cindi Galabota at 970-903-9860.
People: Open Door Church is available tonight. The Pagosa Lakes Property Owners Association (PLPOA) Clubhouse shelter will reopen tomorrow, November 1, at 1:00 pm. Individuals and families with a primary residence in a mandatory evacuation may be eligible for an Airbnb credit for up to 28 nights from Airbnb.org. Dial 211 for more information.
FLOOD CONDITIONS CAN CHANGE RAPIDLY. Water levels can rise quickly, and roads and bridges may become impassable with little warning.
TAKE THIS ORDER SERIOUSLY, ACT NOW, and share this information with neighbors, friends, and family who may be affected.
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