The Aldasoro Ranch Homeowners Company (HOC) dedicates significant time and resources throughout the winter season to maintaining our private roadways and providing safe travel conditions for residents, guests, and emergency vehicles. Given our community's high elevation, steep roads, and rapidly changing mountain weather, snow removal operations require careful planning and prioritization.

Our goal is to maintain safe and accessible roadways while recognizing that winter driving conditions can change quickly and that roads may remain snow-packed or icy even after plowing.

Snow Removal Operating Schedule

• Weekday Operations: Snow removal operations generally begin at 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, as weather and road conditions warrant.
• Weekends & Holidays: Routine snow removal is not scheduled on weekends or holidays. However, plowing will be performed when significant snowfall is predicted or roadway snow accumulation reaches approximately 4 inches or more.
• Roadway Priorities: Primary access roads, steep grades, intersections, and areas critical for emergency vehicle access will receive priority. Secondary roads and cul-de-sacs will be addressed as operations progress.
• Ice Control: During freeze/thaw cycles and icy conditions, sand/salt materials will be applied as needed, particularly on steep grades, intersections, and curves. Treatment does not guarantee ice-free roadways.
• Severe Weather: There may be times when the HOC must temporarily suspend plowing operations due to whiteout conditions, extremely limited visibility, or other hazards that compromise operator safety. Operations will resume when conditions allow.

Homeowner Winter Safety & Responsibilities

To help our snow removal crews work efficiently and safely, we ask all homeowners, residents, and contractors to observe the following guidelines:

• Parked Vehicles: Please keep vehicles, trailers, and equipment off roadways, shoulders, and cul-de-sacs during winter months. Obstructions can prevent effective plowing and restrict emergency access.
• Driveway Snow Berms: Snowplowing will naturally create snow berms at driveway entrances. Homeowners are responsible for clearing these berms and maintaining their private driveways.
• Private Snow Removal: Please ensure that private snow removal contractors do not push, blow, or deposit snow onto HOC roadways, drainage areas, or intersections where it may create safety hazards.
• Winter Driving: Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive vehicles equipped with appropriate winter tires are strongly recommended. Reduce speeds, allow additional stopping distance, and avoid unnecessary travel during severe storms.
• Snowplow Safety: Please maintain a safe distance from snow removal equipment. Plow operators have limited visibility and may need to stop, reverse, or maneuver unexpectedly. Never attempt to pass an operating snowplow unless directed by the operator.
• Snow Storage & Visibility: Snowbanks may restrict sight distances at intersections and driveway entrances. Use additional caution when entering roadways.
• Delivery & Contractor Access: Homeowners should advise guests, delivery services, and contractors of winter road conditions and encourage appropriate vehicles and safe driving practices.

Roadway Conditions & Emergency Reporting

Please contact the HOC Field Manager Jeff Yingling 970-729-0590, or Director of Operations Shellie Duplan at 970-729-2355, to report deteriorating roadway conditions, hazardous ice accumulation, or other snow removal concerns requiring attention.

For life-threatening emergencies, call 911.

The HOC continually evaluates road conditions and weather forecasts to determine when additional snow removal or ice control operations are necessary. While every effort is made to provide safe travel conditions, homeowners should anticipate snow-packed and icy roadways during winter months and plan travel accordingly.

We appreciate everyone's cooperation and patience as our field personnel work to maintain Aldasoro Ranch roadways throughout the winter season.