
09/17/2025
Prescribed Burn Planned in Turkey
Pagosa Ranger District: Recent rainfall on some parts of the Pagosa Ranger District has exceeded two inches, and additional moisture is expected. The district anticipates beginning with the Brockover-Devil Prescribed Fire as early as September 15, pending all required approvals.
Brockover-Devil Prescribed Fire: This 2,450-acre unit is located in the Turkey Springs area, 8 miles northwest of Pagosa Springs and approximately ½ mile from the Hatcher Subdivision, immediately adjacent to NFSR roads 629 (Turkey Springs), 919 (Brockover) and 923 (Newt Jack Road). During operations smoke may be visible from Pagosa Springs, PLPOA, County Rd 600 between Highway 160 and Piedra River Trailhead, and Highway 160 between Timberline Ridge and downtown Pagosa Springs. No official closures are expected but there will be traffic control in the following locations during burn operations:
• NFSR 629, 919 and 923. Forest users should avoid National Forest System Trails 301, 303, 305, 313, 316, 319 and portions of 304 and 323 during burn operations.
Updated Ignition Schedule: The Pagosa Ranger District anticipates ignition start dates this coming Thursday or Friday, September 18th or 19th, weather permitting. Areas of smoke may affect Pagosa Lakes subdivisions, primarily the Hatcher and Highland Estates area overnight.