Flood information for La Plata County

Last updated by WRC: Monday, November 2, 2026, 9:00 a.m. Each section below lists its source and the time WRC last checked it. La Plata County updated its alert page on the morning of Monday, November 2. Check the live ReadyLaPlata evacuation map for current orders. Conditions are changing quickly. Always confirm with La Plata County before you travel.

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Dial 2-1-1 for emergency housing, shelter, and flood recovery assistance.

Call or text the Women’s Resource Center at 970.903.9930 for advice on navigating flood resources.

Never drive through flooded roads. Twelve inches of moving water can carry away a small car, and 18 to 24 inches can sweep away larger vehicles and SUVs. Obey all “Road Closed” signs. Turn around, don’t drown.

Latest from La Plata County

  • County roads are still closed. Residents are asked to stay home if possible.
  • If you have been evacuated, do not try to go home or assess damage yet. Emergency crews are working to determine what is safe.
  • Shelter for evacuees is at the La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center.
  • All La Plata County offices are closed today except Elections, which is operating as scheduled.

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Stay informed

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

County roads

The La Plata County Sheriff temporarily closed all county roads because of dangerous flooding and debris flows. All residents are asked to stay home until further notice. LPC Alerts will announce when conditions change.

Specific closures and hazards reported by the county:

  • CR 240 at Chelsea Lane: Closed
  • CR 234 (at 4791): Closed
  • Junction Street / Dalla Mountain Park: Closed
  • CR 207 at mile marker 3: Closed
  • CR 208: Closed
  • CR 501 from CR 240 north: Closed
  • CR 243: Closed
  • CR 250: mud and debris on road
  • CR 310: boulder on road
  • CR 215: one lane only

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Evacuation orders (Go Now)

As listed by La Plata County on Monday, November 2. Do not return home until LPC Alerts or the county says it is safe. To confirm the current status of your address, check the ReadyLaPlata map or call 970-385-8700.

  • Durango, along Junction Creek: Columbine Drive, Delwood Avenue, Bacus Avenue, Needham Court, West 3rd Avenue, West 2nd Avenue. Shelter: La Plata County Fairgrounds.
  • Durango, Alamo Drive. Shelter: La Plata County Fairgrounds.
  • Durango, Junction Creek Mobile Home Park, 535 CR 204. Shelter: La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Avenue.
  • Bayfield, Pine River Ranches. Shelter: Bayfield High School, 800 CR 501, Bayfield.
  • Ignacio, Meadowbrook Mobile Home Park and homes north of Lakin Street. Check in at Ignacio High School.
  • Hesperus, Pine Winds Mobile Home Park, 21351 Highway 140. Shelter: La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center.

New areas listed by the county this morning (the county lists these under current evacuations or shelter in place; check the ReadyLaPlata map for which applies to your address):

  • The Cottonwood Creek Road area of The Ranch subdivision
  • Gleneagles Loop, off CR 203
  • Estancia and Valley Court subdivisions, off CR 203

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Shelter in place

As listed by La Plata County on Monday, November 2. Stay inside your home until LPC Alerts gives the all clear. These are dangerous areas due to flooding and debris flows.

  • Tripp Creek Road and Sanctuary Lane, Hermosa
  • Forest Lakes Subdivision, Bayfield

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Emergency shelters

  • La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 2500 Main Avenue, Durango
  • Bayfield High School, 800 CR 501, Bayfield
  • Ignacio High School, Ignacio (evacuation check-in)

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Free emergency housing: 211 Colorado and Airbnb.org

Up to 28 nights of free temporary housing are available for eligible Colorado residents displaced by a mandatory evacuation.

  • Who may qualify: Colorado residents whose primary home is in an area under a mandatory evacuation order, who meet program requirements including identity verification. The primary guest must be at least 18 and have an approved Airbnb account.
  • Pets: some rentals allow pets, at the host’s discretion.
  • How to apply: dial 2-1-1 or 866-760-6489, or visit 211colorado.org/disaster-response.
  • Phone hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If your household has been affected by flooding in any way, contact 211 for help.

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Water and cleaning kits

Water and clean-up kits are available at the La Plata County Fairgrounds beginning Monday, November 2.

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Free sand and sandbags

Self-serve, available 24 hours a day at no charge to county residents. Shovels may be on site, but please bring your own.

  • La Plata County Fairgrounds (north lot near the rodeo arena), 2500 Main Avenue, Durango. The Fairgrounds has a speed bagging system to help residents prepare quickly and safely.
  • Upper Pine Fire Protection District Station 1, 75 South Clover Drive, Bayfield
  • Los Pinos Fire Protection District Station 1, 275 Browning Avenue, Ignacio
  • Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District Station 1, 164 County Road 130, Hesperus

Source: La Plata County, lpcgov.org/alert_detail.php, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

City of Durango services

On Monday, November 2, these non-essential city services are closed: Library, Recreation Center, City Hall, Municipal Court, Clerk’s Office, and Community Development.

  • Transit: running on a delayed, modified schedule. The ticket window at the Transit Center is closed.
  • Police: all services remain open; the reception area is closed. Call 911 for emergencies or 970-385-2900 for non-emergencies.
  • Airport: operations are uncertain because State Highway 172 is closed.
  • Water and sewer: services continue. No trash or recycling pickup on Monday.

Source: City of Durango, durangoco.gov news release posted November 1, 2026, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Schools

All schools in Durango School District 9-R are closed Monday, November 2, due to severe flooding and damage, hazardous road conditions, and road closures. Families in other districts should check with their school directly.

Source: Durango School District 9-R, durangoschools.org, as of 8:57 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Power outages

La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) is monitoring the severe weather and coordinating with local emergency management. LPEA’s Durango and Pagosa Springs offices are closed Monday, November 2.

Source: La Plata Electric Association, lpea.coop, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Help and recovery resources from 211 Colorado: 2026 Mid-October Floods

211 Colorado published these resources for the mid-October floods in Archuleta, Conejos, La Plata, and Rio Grande counties. Contact 211 to confirm what is available to you.

Reach 211 Colorado

  • Dial 2-1-1
  • Text your ZIP code to 898-211
  • Chat online with a live resource navigator at 211colorado.org

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Airbnb.org housing credits: how to register and redeem

Individuals and families whose primary residence is in a mandatory evacuation zone can call 211 Colorado to register for an Airbnb.org credit for up to 28 nights.

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Shelters from the mid-October floods

211 Colorado reports that all temporary shelters set up for the mid-October floods have closed. For shelters open for the current flooding, see the La Plata County shelter list above. If you still need shelter, contact 211 by call, text, or chat.

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Animal and livestock evacuation shelters

These were listed for the mid-October floods. Call 211 to confirm they are open before you go.

  • Humane Society of Pagosa Springs (small animals), 465 Cloman Boulevard, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
  • Archuleta County Fairgrounds (livestock), 344 Highway 84, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
  • La Jara Arena (small animals and livestock), 17705 US-285, La Jara, CO 81140

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Cleanup help and supplies

  • Crisis Cleanup: register to be connected with volunteers who may be able to help with flood cleanup. Call (970) 283-7325.
  • Resource distribution at La Plata County Fairgrounds: bottled water, food, and cleanup kits, daily from 3 to 6 p.m. through Tuesday, November 3.
  • Sandbags and cleanup buckets are also available at the Archuleta County Building, 1122 US-84, Pagosa Springs, and the TARA Community Center, 333 Milton Lane, Arboles.
  • EPA Flood Cleanup Guidance for cleaning and decontaminating flooded homes: epa.gov/flooded-homes

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Financial assistance

American Red Cross: emergency financial assistance is available to flood-impacted households. Call (970) 242-4851 to sign up.

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Long-term recovery

  • Our Front Porch, Disaster Stabilization Services: free disaster recovery casework (insurance navigation, scam protection, housing advocacy, emotional support), stabilization toolkits, one-on-one support, and a weekly virtual support group, for as long as needed. Call (720) 593-8606, email helpline@ourfrontporchco.org, or visit ourfrontporchco.org.
  • United Policyholders: free help for homeowners and renters with disaster-related insurance claims, repairing or replacing property, and returning to a damaged area. Visit uphelp.org.

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Food benefits and insurance help

  • Lost food (SNAP): if you receive SNAP and lost food due to flooding or evacuation, contact La Plata County Department of Human Services within 10 days of the loss to request replacement benefits. Call 970-382-6150, ext. 0, or visit 10 Burnett Court, Durango.
  • Insurance questions: the Colorado Division of Insurance can help with insurer contacts and filing a claim. Call (800) 930-3745 or (303) 894-7490, or visit doi.colorado.gov.

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

Other needs 211 can help with

211 Colorado can also connect you with extreme weather shelters, motel vouchers, day shelters, drop-in centers, winter clothing, bedding and linens, and tents or sleeping bags.

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

How to help

Donate

Source: 211 Colorado, 211colorado.org/disaster-response, as of 9:00 a.m., Monday, November 2, 2026.

The Women’s Resource Center shares this information as a community service. For the most current orders and closures, rely on the official sources linked in each section. For help navigating resources, contact WRC at 970.903.9930 or programs@wrcdurango.org.