10/31/2026
Important update to share
Morning Update - Saturday, October 31, 2026
There is more rain in the forecast, probably starting later on Saturday and continuing overnight. There is a high threat of flash flooding and river rise through Monday.
**THE FORECAST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.**
SANDBAGS:
Available at the following locations:
SJCFR Station 62
SJCFR Station 42
SJCFR Station 11
SJCFR Station 24
SJCSO Lee Acres Substation
Hills Church
Bloomfield MOC
Wildhorse Valley
Harper Valley
There may be pre-filled bags, but bring a shovel to fill them just in case.
Please take only what you need and leave some for your neighbors.
How to sandbag: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AGxo5t4vd/
RESOURCES:
The Multi Agency Resource Center (MARC) s open at the San Juan College Quality Center for Business (5101 College Blvd). FEMA is not at the MARC.
http://sanjuancollege.edu/floodrecoveryresources
ASSESSMENTS:
Local crews are continuing damage assessments. So far, 600 properties have been surveyed. FEMA is also doing preliminary assessments.
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT ASSESSMENTS: This initial assessment is only the first. It is going to support the request for an emergency declaration; there will be numerous additional assessments for different purposes. Additionally, FEMA is on the ground and doing additional assessments as well. Homeowners and business owners should document damages and losses.
Businesses should be ready to report that information to be part of the disaster declaration; we will have information on how to report that soon.
RIVER UPDATE:
All rivers have receded back into their banks and continue to fall, however, sedimentation in the river channel and river channel movement will present new challenges with the upcoming storm.
SAFETY WARNING:
Do not return to evacuated areas. With current hazmat concerns and potential for more rainfall soon, re-entry remains hazardous.
SHELTER STATUS:
McGee Park's Red Cross Shelter is OPEN and is still accepting individuals and families impacted by the flood. You're welcome to bring your furry family members as well!
ROAD CLOSURES:
Highway 539 (Navajo Lake State Park) is closed from mile marker 0 to mile marker 5 due to severe flood damage.
There are additional residential street closures in place.
BRIDGE CLOSURES:
Road 6675 is open!
UTILITY UPDATE:
Sewer systems
All sewer systems in San Juan County are online and operating normally.
Power/electricity
Only about 42 power meters are currently out. Multiple outages still remain in the oilfield wash areas due to conditions on the ground.
Drinking water
All drinking water from the domestic water supply is safe. Private wells may be affected and should be tested.
DAMS & LAKES:
The Navajo Dam is at 67.45% capacity and has 49.37 feet until water reaches the top of the spillway.
Electra Lake is operating normally and only releasing the minimal amounts necessary for operations.
Lake Nighthorse is operating normally and only releasing the minimal amounts necessary for operations.
211/PERIMITER MAPS/911 MESSAGE:
211 - info, resources, volunteers, donations
Volunteer Link: https://rdcrss.org/4iEccVC
https://teamrubiconusa.org/how-to-get-involved/volunteer-with-us/
Perimeter Maps - road and bridge closures and reopenings https://perimetermap.com/
911 - emergencies
As our community moves toward recovery, we have secured an additional resource for residents who need help cleaning up. The Crisis Cleanup hotline is available to schedule volunteer help to clean your property. This is a FREE resource for residents affected by the recent flooding. Please call (575) 446-4767.
There is an After the Flood Homeowner Recovery Forum that is being organized on Saturday, 10/31 at 10 am at San Juan College’s Henderson Fine Arts. This will be an opportunity to ask questions, get practical guidance, and hear from local experts on recovery.
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