Gov. Jared Polis, other agencies provide updates on flooding in Southwest Colorado – Denver7

Gov. Jared Polis, other agencies provide updates on flooding in Southwest Colorado  Denver7

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and other agencies provide updates on the state's response to severe flooding in the southwest portion of the state following more rainfall on Sunday night.Related: Mandatory evacuations and closures continue amid flooding in southwest ColoradoThe governor's office said state agencies have been working around the clock to conduct search-and-rescue operations, assess damage, restore transportation and much more.Watch below: Coverage of the flooding in Southwest ColoradoAccording to the governor's office, officials will continue to assess damage as floodwaters recede following the second round of flooding. The San Juan River in Pagosa Springs crested at 16.81 feet, below the highest forecast levels, but significant flooding still occurred across multiple watersheds.Below are the impacts identified so far, and they expect additional damage to be documented as crews gain access to affected areas.US Highway 160: The Piedra River Bridge at mile marker (MM) 121, west of Pagosa Springs, sustained significant damage after its piers collapsed.

The bridge will need to be rebuilt, and CDOT is working to install a temporary bridge. Additional damage and travel restrictions have been reported along US 160 at Wolf Creek Pass.Colorado Highway 151: Floodwaters washed out portions of the highway near MM 27 and MM 30, cutting off access. CDOT is assessing repairs and temporary access options.Colorado Highway 17: A section of the highway near