As recovery efforts continue following significant flooding in Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County, several resources are available to help residents safely dispose of flood-damaged materials, access cleanup assistance and connect with community support services.
Flood debris disposal locations
The Town of Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County have designated locations for residents to dispose of flood-related debris.
• Town of Pagosa Springs: wood debris only — South Yamaguchi, 976 S. 5th St.
This location accepts wood debris resulting from flooded properties within town limits only.
No other materials are permitted, and wood debris must not be mixed with other waste.
• Archuleta County: wood debris only — CSU Extension Office, 344 B U.S. 84.
This location accepts wood debris resulting from flooded properties within Archuleta County only.
No other materials are permitted at this location.
• Archuleta County Landfill: flood-damaged materials — Archuleta County Landfill, 9179 County Road 500.
The landfill hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The landfill is accepting the following flood-damaged materials:
Appliances (white goods) damaged by floodwater.
Flood-damaged personal belongings.
Flood-damaged drywall, which must be separated from other debris before arrival.
Important safety notice: Drywall in older homes may contain asbestos in joint compound or tape. Improper removal can create serious health hazards. Residents are strongly encouraged to use qualified professionals experienced in handling asbestos-containing materials.
Please bring only materials damaged by the recent flooding.
Flood recovery
assistance and
community resources
Residents impacted by flooding can access additional support through the following organizations.
• 211 Colorado: Residents seeking assistance with re-entry information, shelter, temporary housing, food, clothing, financial assistance and other essential needs can connect with 211 Colorado.
Contact 211 Colorado by calling 211, texting 898-211 or visiting 211colorado.org.
Resource navigators can help connect individuals and families with available services.
• Crisis Cleanup volunteer cleanup assistance: Residents who need help cleaning up flood damage can request assistance through the Crisis Cleanup Hotline by calling (970) 283-7325.
Volunteer cleanup services are provided free of charge. However, assistance is not guaranteed due to high demand.
The Crisis Cleanup Hotline does not handle requests for food, shelter, insurance or other social services. Residents needing those services should contact 211 Colorado.
• Colorado Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (COVOAD): COVOAD coordinates community organizations and disaster recovery partners to support a collaborative, community-led response.
Individuals, organizations, and businesses interested in offering donations, volunteer assistance or professional services can connect with COVOAD.
Contact COVOAD by email at coloradovoad@gmail.com or visit covoad.org.
Important reminder: Assistance provided by COVOAD and its partners is free of charge. Private contractors and insurance adjusters may offer services, but they are not necessarily affiliated with COVOAD, and neither COVOAD nor local governments endorse their work.
Stay informed
Residents should continue following Archuleta County’s Nixle alerts for emergency notifications, evacuation information, and public safety instructions.
Register with Nixle for citizen alerts and warnings at https://www.archuletacounty.gov/ser.../citizens-alert-nixle/.
The town appreciates the continued cooperation of residents, community organizations, volunteers, and recovery partners as Pagosa Springs works toward recovery.
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