Aug 5, 2022
Flash flooding occurred along Buckhorn Creek with impacted several sections along Buckhorn Road (LCR 44H). Numerous washouts were observed along Buckhorn Rd. from Ballard Rd to mile marker 30. An estimated 2-3 foot surge of water and debris was reported along Buckhorn Creek. In Denver, a landspout briefly formed in an open field near Denver International Airport. It did no damage.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1037440). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Larimer County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.