Town of Clifton Arizona

10/09/2026

WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MINE PROJECT IN CLIFTON? YOU ARE INVITED TO AN OPEN HOUSE TO MEET THE PROJECT TEAM, THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO ASK QUESTIONS AND BE INFORMED.

10/06/2026

09/30/2026

We wanted to share this short video or our San Francisco River running bank to bank.

09/30/2026

📢 Road Update for Clifton residents: Park Ave. is now fully open to traffic!
All roads affected by the recent storms are now clear. However, please drive with extreme caution along Park Ave. and near the hillsides, as the ground remains unstable and debris can still fall onto the roadway.
Thank you to our road and emergency crews for their hard work in getting our streets safely cleared!
Stay alert and drive safely, Clifton! 🚗💙

09/30/2026

📢 Good news, Clifton residents! The San Francisco River water level has officially receded and is currently running at 17 feet.
There is no current threat of flooding to our town.

🚧 Road & Cleanup Update:

* Ward Canyon Rd. is now fully open for travel.
* Park Ave. remains closed while road crews continue essential cleanup efforts. Please avoid this area and use alternative routes.

Emergency teams will continue to monitor river conditions closely. Thank you to everyone for your patience, cooperation, and for staying alert. Please continue to exercise caution near the riverbanks as waters remain high and fast-moving.

Stay safe, Clifton! 💙

09/30/2026

📢 Clifton community update: The latest San Francisco River water level predictions have been lowered, and the threat of flooding from the river banks is currently low.

According to the latest forecasts from NOAA, the river is expected to crest at 19.4 ft. which is much lower than the 23.6 ft. that was previously anticipated.

⚠️ Road Closure Update: Please note that Park Ave and Ward Canyon remain closed at this time due to previous flooding and recent rockfalls. Crews are assessing the areas, so please avoid these routes and seek alternative paths.

While the overall river threat has decreased, town officials still recommend staying cautious near the riverbanks and remaining alert to changing conditions. Rain continues to fall, so please drive safely.

Thank you to everyone for your cooperation. We will continue to monitor the situation and share updates as they become available!

09/29/2026

🚨 TOWN OF CLIFTON EMERGENCY UPDATE: SAN FRANCISCO RIVER MONITORING 🚨

The Town of Clifton management team, in close coordination with Greenlee County, are actively monitoring the water levels of the San Francisco River. Due to heavy rainfall across Southeast Arizona, a Flash Flood Warning is currently in effect for Greenlee County.

Our emergency and management teams are continuously tracking real-time flow data and upstream weather forecasts to ensure our community remains safe. The NOAA is predicting that the water level will rise to 23.37 ft. between 2 and 3 am. At 24 ft. it is likely that minor flooding can occur.

📈 Current River Status & Plan:

* Where we stand: The river is currently rising. For context, our formal "Action Plan" triggers if the river reaches 22 feet.
* What we are doing: Out of an abundance of caution, resources and emergency equipment are already being strategically staged around town so we can react instantly if conditions change.
The south section of Park Ave. has been closed due to falling rocks in the roadway. Please avoid the area.
Ward Canyon Rd. has been closed due to flooding. Please avoid the area.

🎒 How You Can Prepare:

* Sand & Sandbags: Free sand is available for residents (limit 5 bags per household; please bring your own shovel). Sand locations include Veteran’s Park, Wards Canyon Rd., the Public Works Yard, and The Shovel on Park Ave. Empty bags can be picked up at Town Hall, the Police Department, or Public Works.

* Know the Sirens: If a sudden risk or evacuation becomes necessary, the town's Flood Siren Network will be activated to alert the public.
* Stay Informed: Keep an eye on live river forecasts directly via https://water.noaa.gov/

🚗 Safety Reminder:
Flash flooding can impact local roads and low-water crossings very quickly (including areas near Ward Canyon Rd.). Turn around, don’t drown! Never attempt to drive or walk through running water.
We will post additional updates right here on our Town of Clifton page as the situation develops. Please check in on your neighbors and stay safe, Clifton!

Update(8/6): National Water Model derived flood maps in Alaska have been restored. Remaining flood map in Alaska is pending resolution.Flood Inundation Mapping services are now available for 60% of the U.S. population here. Additional NWPS resources are available here.

09/29/2026

We are preparing for the possibility of Heavy Rain overnight and into tomorrow.

Update(8/6): National Water Model derived flood maps in Alaska have been restored. Remaining flood map in Alaska is pending resolution.Flood Inundation Mapping services are now available for 60% of the U.S. population here. Additional NWPS resources are available here.

06/25/2026

The Clifton Social Club is asking for your support!

06/23/2026

Be aware: Extreme Heat Warning through Thursday evening. There is all potential for fire weather and thunderstorms through Sunday.