Debris Flow — Routt, Colorado

2017-05-04 · near Tow Creek, Routt, Colorado

Event narrative

A debris flow consisting of dirt and boulders up to 20 feet in diameter came down onto Highway 40 and blocked the road for several hours.

Wider weather episode

Freeze-thaw cycles after a period of significant rain and snowfall resulted in a debris flow onto Highway 40.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 706462. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.