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US Highway 550

Coverage of US Highway 550 in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jul 25 · 01:05 UTCMost recent: Jul 30 · 22:05 UTC
Co-mentioned in this coverage
Colorado Department of Transportationorganization2Red Mountain Passplace2Silvertonplace1Ourayplace1San Juan County Sheriff's Officeorganization1Gold Mountain Firetopic1CO 145place1Ouray County Sheriff's Officeorganization1Ouray Countyplace1Interstate 70place1
Recent coverage
  • SECURITYJul 30 · 22:05 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    US Highway 550 closure to remain in place through Friday after mud, rock slides in southwest Colorado

    US Highway 550 between Silverton and Ouray in Colorado remains closed through Friday due to mud and rock slides caused by severe rains and flooding. The closure, which began Wednesday, includes all access points, and officials advise stranded individuals to contact the San Juan County Sheriff's Office. Colorado Department of Transportation recommends using CO 145 as an alternative route, adding approximately an hour to travel time.

  • SECURITYJul 25 · 01:05 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    Mudslides prompt closure of US Highway 550 in Ouray County

    Mudslides caused the closure of US Highway 550 between Silverton and Ouray in Ouray County on Friday, with no estimated reopening time. The Ouray County sheriff's office warned of delays and advised against driving through flooded roads. A flash flood warning was in effect through 7 p.m., and mudslides have led to multiple road closures in western Colorado recently, including a multi-day closure of Interstate 70.