Flagstaff, AZ – The Coconino National Forest has issued an emergency flood closure order for national forest land in the Cinder Lake area east of Highway 89. The area is bounded by Forest Roads 776 and 777 to the north, Forest Roads 9144D and 498 to the east, private property in Doney Park to the south, and private property in Fernwood to the west.
The area has been compromised by flooding and unstable cinder surface. Because of drainage structures constructed to relieve flooding, water is collecting where it’s not usually present. In case of rainfall, additional flooding would occur. Public safety officials urge people to stay out of this closure area for their own safety and to avoid the need for rescue.
Violation of this closure is punishable by a fine of up to $5000 or imprisonment for up to 6 months, or both. The order is in effect until September 30, 2010 or later if necessary.
Most of the Cinder Hills OHV area is still open and accessible through Sunset Crater National Monument/Forest Road 545. Access to the City of
Flagstaff landfill is still open.
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