Colorado Flood Alert: Near‑Miss on a Damaged Bridge Caught on Video
A dramatic clip released by Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Southwest Region shows a truck barreling through a roadblock and nearly rolling onto a bridge that was ripped apart by recent flooding. The footage, posted on the agency’s social‑media channels, captures the split‑second danger that could have turned into a serious accident for anyone traveling the area.
The bridge in question sits on County Road 71, just a short drive west of Aurora’s foothill neighborhoods. After days of heavy rain and flash‑flooding, the structure’s supports gave way, prompting CPW crews to erect a temporary barricade and post warning signs. In the video, the driver ignores the barrier, swerves onto the crumbling deck, and stops just before the missing section—an almost‑disaster that highlights the importance of obeying road closures.
Aurora commuters should stay alert for similar closures on the I‑225 corridor, S. Parker Road, and the nearby Cherry Creek Trail, where water‑logged underpasses have already forced detours. CPW urges residents to:
* Check the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) traffic map before heading out. * Follow all roadblock signs—they’re placed for a reason. * Report unsafe driving or abandoned vehicles to 911.
As the spring melt continues, more bridges and low‑lying roadways could be at risk. Keep your routes flexible, drive safely, and stay tuned to local news for real‑time updates on flood‑related road conditions.
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