SAN MIGUEL COUNTY – Colorado Department of Transportation and San Miguel County Road and Bridge crews on Monday, July 26 responded to the scene of a mudslide that took place at approximately 3:45 p.m. along Highway 145 at mile marker 75 near Deep Creek. The slides were caused by heavy afternoon rainstorms.

Traffic was backed up both ways, according to San Miguel County Emergency Manager Jennifer Dinsmore, who recommended that drivers tune into KOTO Radio for updates. Traffic delays continued into the evening as road crews worked to keep the roads clear of mud and debris.