Flood Warning for Mineral and Rio Grande Counties, Colorado

In effect until 4:30 PM MST, Monday, November 2, 2026.

Issued by the National Weather Service in Pueblo at 4:37 PM MST, Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Places in the warning: South Fork.

The Weather Service's text

WHAT...Flooding along the South Fork Rio Grande and mainstem Rio Grande through South Fork caused by rain and snowmelt is expected.

WHERE...Southeastern Mineral County in south central Colorado... West Central Rio Grande County in south central Colorado...

WHEN...Until 430 PM MST Monday.

IMPACTS...Flooding along the South Fork Rio Grande and mainstem Rio Grande through South Fork is expected. Additional flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from rainfall and upstream snowmelt.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 433 PM MST, Rain and snowmelt is occurring, and will cause flooding. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen on top of melting snow. Stream gauge data indicates that the South Fork Rio Grande at South Fork will be reaching flood stage soon. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... South Fork and areas along Highway 160 up to Wolf Creek Pass. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.