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SAN JUAN RIVER – TOWN OF BLUFF FLOODING UPDATES
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING AN EMERGENCY SITUATION, CALL 911.
This webpage will be updated intermittently.
Evening Update: Monday, October 26, 2026
The Town of Bluff is currently coordinating post-evacuation resources and continuing to assist residents and businesses impacted by the flooding. We plan to hold a community debrief meeting later this week to share more information on the flood, evacuation orders, and post-incident actions.
In the meantime, our incredible first responders and volunteers continue working tirelessly to support those affected by the flooding, and many are reaching the limits of their capacity after days of dedicated service. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize immediate needs and recovery efforts. Thank you to everyone who has stepped up to support our community.
How to Help
If you would like to support flood recovery efforts in Bluff, financial donations to the Bluff Community Foundation are the most helpful way to contribute at this time: https://www.bluffcommunityfoundation.org/relief.
We are working with partners to establish a process for accepting physical donations and will share additional information once an organized plan is in place. Thank you for your generosity and support of our community.
Visitation Release
RECOVERY UNDERWAY AS SAN JUAN COUNTY, UTAH FLOODWATERS RECEDE
Bluff Area Open to Respectful Visitation
October 26, 2026
Media Contacts:
- Town of Bluff: Josh Ewing, Mayor | mayorewing@townofbluffutah.gov | 435-672-9990
- Business Owners of Bluff (BOB) Contact: Diana Davidson | businessownersofbluff@gmail.com | 617-510-2325
- San Juan County Emergency Management: Tammy Gallegos, Emergency Manager | tgallegos@sanjuancountyut.gov |435-587-3225
- San Juan County Visitor Services: Allison Yamamoto-Sparks, Tourism Director | ayamamoto@sanjuancountyut.gov |435-587-3235
Bluff, Utah — Representatives from the Town of Bluff, San Juan County, Business Owners of Bluff (BOB) today issued a joint statement regarding the flood affecting communities across the county.
Over the week of October 19th, the greater Four Corners region and San Juan County, Utah received unprecedented amounts of precipitation resulting in a significant flood event along the San Juan River and its tributaries. While the waters damaged and destroyed structures in Bluff and surrounding communities, thanks to the coordinated efforts of local first-responders and dozens of volunteers, southern San Juan County residents remained informed and safe during this historic flood.
Support Community Relief Efforts
As residents begin the daunting task of surveying the damage, we are overwhelmed with the outpouring of support from neighboring communities and those across the state of Utah. While we continue work to determine specific needs, those wishing to support recovery efforts in Bluff and the surrounding area can make a monetary donation to the Bluff Community Foundation’s Flood Relief Fund. The fund will directly support displaced residents with unrestricted financial support they can use to address their most pressing needs, including temporary housing, personal necessities, food, cleaning and building supplies, and more. Contributions can be made at: www.BluffCommunityFoundation.org/relief
Respectful Visitation Welcome, Bluff is Open
While parts of Bluff were evacuated Sunday night, the evacuation order was lifted early Monday morning. Bluff businesses, most of which were untouched by floodwaters, are ready to welcome guests to our hotels, restaurants, and shops.
For those wishing to visit the greater Bluff region, we ask that you do so respectfully, and keep the following information in mind:
Public Guidance & Visitor Recommendations
- Check road & weather conditions: Always verify route statuses and closures via official resources like Utah Department of Transportation before traveling. Never attempt to drive through flooded roads, active wash crossings, or muddy, unpaved desert roads.
- Respect local first-responders & emergency teams: Local emergency personnel are prioritizing active disaster response, shelter operations, and community needs. Stay clear of flooded or damaged areas to keep emergency routes open and avoid straining local resources.
- Visit with respect & minimize impact: Practice Leave No Trace principles by packing out all trash, sticking to established trails, protecting delicate soil crusts, and respecting sacred cultural sites across public and Tribal lands.
Upcoming Events in San Juan County, Utah
Bears Ears Marathon | November 7 | More information: www.bearsearsmarathon.com
Race with views of Bears Ears National Monument, Monument Valley, Ship Rock, The Sleeping Ute, Comb Ridge, and the Abajo Mountains. Gradually dropping more than 1,700 net feet over 26.2 miles, the Bears Ears Marathon course is designed to be a fast, point-to-point, scenic race. As a USATF certified course, that means becoming Boston Qualified just got easier.
Bluff Dark Sky Festival | November 13-14 | More information: www.bluffutah.org/bluff-dark-sky-festival
Bluff is Utah’s newest International Dark Sky Community, and this November 13-14, we proudly celebrate our extraordinary night skies at the Bluff Dark Sky Festival. Join Western and Indigenous astronomers, a Navajo storyteller and sky enthusiasts for a weekend of stargazing, cultural traditions, and family-friendly activities that reveal how the stars connect us all.
As you plan your visit, check local websites including BluffUtah.org and UtahsCanyonCountry.com for local attraction and business information.
Bluff Town Council Meetings
Bluff Town Council Meetings are scheduled for the first three Tuesdays of each month, starting at 4:00pm, unless otherwise posted.
Bluff P&Z Regular Meetings
Planning and Zoning Meetings are scheduled the first and third Thursday of each month starting at 6:00pm, unless otherwise posted.
Notes: Public Hearings or meetings scheduled outside of the regular meeting cadence may have a different meeting link. Please view the published agenda for each respective meeting to ensure you have the correct meeting link. Trouble joining a Zoom meeting? Check out this quick tutorial on how to join via your web browser: Tutorial
Requests for Proposals
Housing Consultant Request for Proposal – The Town of Bluff, Utah, invites qualified housing consultants to submit proposals to support a local housing working group and prepare a Bluff-specific housing options assessment and actionable plan. The selected consultant will help the Town identify the factors limiting the development and availability of additional housing options in Bluff and recommend practical policies, programs, partnerships, and implementation steps the Town may pursue to reduce those barriers.
RFP Issued: September 21, 2026
Proposal Submission Deadline: October 26, 2026 by 5:00pm MDT
Anticipated Consultant Selection: November 3, 2026
Public Notices Have Moved
Please go to the “Government and Departments” tab, and drop down to “Public Notices” to view all public notices, including handouts, meeting links, and additional information, if available.
Town of Bluff Anti-Discrimination Policy: The Town of Bluff does not engage in unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability with respect to employment, Town services, programs, and activities, or functions. Click Here to view the full unlawful discrimination policy resolution.