Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Snow Plowing – For SU Tribal Members – Driveway for Home Access – SU Campus – Livestock

The Tribe will make every attempt to plow snow quickly and properly. The order of priority is:

1. Dialysis Patients
2. Those with disabilities or Frail Elders
3. Tribal Member Elders

Snow plowing for all other Tribal Members is performed by dividing plow routes into designated areas as shown below.   This service is provided to Southern Ute Membership only (No Rentals). Member must be living in residence.

Snow plowing will begin when snow accumulation is over five (5) inches.

Please remember to move personal items such as bikes, lawn mowers, water hoses, planter boxes or any other item out of the way, so that they do not get damaged by the snowplows.

Dialysis/Those with disabilities/Frail Elders

Snow shoveling will begin when snow accumulation is over three (3) inches. 1^st and 2^nd priority members please contact the department assigned to you and notify them of early morning doctor appointments.

Construction Services Route: 970-563-0260

Cedar Point East and West, Cedar Point Townhomes, Chief Shavano Ignacio Peak, HWY 172 South from County Rd 318 to La Boca, East of Pine River, South of Bayfield to La Boca Allison & Arboles area.

Motor Pool Route: 970-563-0280

North of Ignacio, West of Pine River Breen & Red Mesa Area, Airport & Weaselskin area.

BIA / Tribal Planning Route: 970-563-9484 / 970-563-2283

BIA / Tribal Planning does not clear driveways. Roads include Ute Road, Cedar Point East and West, Ignacio Peak, Howe Dr., Sunset Circle Loop, Pow Wow Circle, Sunset Meadows, Tamuche, Piwood, Shoshone Avenue, Bear Dance Road, & North Ridge. Please remove all vehicles from the roadway to allow for the Motor Grader to plow snow.

Housing Authority Route: 970-563-4575

Snow clearing for those with disabilities, and elders’ driveways only. Roadways include Sunset Circle, Senior Center, and Shoshone Avenue.

Livestock Snow Clearing: 970-563-0220

Plowing snow for livestock feeding is done but is low priority. There is a minimum charge of $ 35.00/1st hour then $ 30.00/hour; $ 35.00 is due in advance. $0.35/mile one way travel will also be charged.

Forestry Fuels Crew: 970-563-4780; Agriculture Division: 970-563-4780

Walkways will be shoveled for Dialysis patients and those with disabilities/frail elders.

Snow Accumulation on Roof: Snow clearing service from the roof of the home is for those with disabilities and Elders. In general, roof snow will be removed if the snow depth accumulates more than twelve (12) inches or to a level where safety concerns are evident or potential damage to roof or structures may occur. Snow will ONLY be removed from areas where the crew can reach safely from the ground. If you believe you need this service, please contact Forestry Fuels or the Agriculture Division.

Tribal Hotline: 970-563-4800

Please call the hotline for inclement weather updates, to request snow clearing and/or to report any issues or concerns related to your primary residence.

Please be patient during heavy snows, as the drivers are making every attempt to get to you quickly.