Mar 22, 2000
Flash flooding occurred over parts of Mitchell County especially on rural roads north of Colorado City. From the extreme rains in the region, the Colorado River quickly rose above flood stage. Parts of Colorado City became flooded as the river came out of its banks. The flood crest of 28.57 feet (over 13 feet above flood stage) on the 24th was the highest flood stage since the Lake J.B. Thomas Dam was constructed.Overall Synopsis...A strong upper level low pressure system was approaching the
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5137681). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Mitchell County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.