Bear Creek
Coverage of Bear Creek in the Nexus archive.
- Colorado weather blog: Colorado communities responding to damage from this week's severe storms
Colorado communities are addressing damage from severe storms that caused flash flooding, rock slides, and road closures. Key impacts include flooded trails along Bear Creek, washed-out bridges in Jefferson County, and prolonged closures of Highway 6 due to rock slides.
- Cleanup is underway at Cactus Jack's after Wednesday night flooding
Cleanup is underway at Cactus Jack's Saloon and Grill in Evergreen after Wednesday night flooding. Owner Gary Mitchell and employee Brittney Watterud described the rapid water rise and compared the event to a 2013 flood that caused severe damage. The business, located near Bear Creek, plans to reopen by Thursday afternoon or Friday.
- Mountain biker startles mountain lion near Telluride; authorities issue warning for recreationists
A mountain biker startled a non-aggressive mountain lion near Telluride, prompting local authorities to issue safety warnings. Wildlife biologist Brady Dunne noted increased sightings of young mountain lions exploring habitats and advised recreationists to avoid crepuscular hours and leash dogs. Colorado's mountain lion population is estimated at 3,800-4,400, with annual hunting harvests averaging 505.
- 'We will always have to manage it': How drought is measured in Evergreen and what it means for residents
Evergreen Lake in Colorado relies on Bear Creek and snowpack from Mt. Blue Sky for water supply. A 2002 drought led to Bear Creek drying up, prompting water management strategies. The Evergreen Metropolitan District currently faces a Level 2 drought, restricting outdoor watering to three days per week and reducing golf course irrigation by 30%, though residents have reduced water usage compared to last year.