Storm event · Douglas County, Colorado
Hail damage in Ponderosa Park, CO on Aug 8, 2023
On Aug 8, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Ponderosa Park, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Ponderosa Park has 18 recorded hail events since 2023 (severity score 75/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 8, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2023 | 1.75" | Ponderosa Park, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Ponderosa Park on Aug 8, 2023).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 8, 2023, up to 1.75") for your address, which is the evidence adjusters look for. A confirmed 1"+ hail event on your roof, paired with an inspection, is what turns a claim into an approval.
Common questions
Did it hail in Ponderosa Park, CO on Aug 8, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.75" near Ponderosa Park on Aug 8, 2023. It's one of 18 hail events logged in the area since 2023.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Ponderosa Park on Aug 8, 2023 measured 1.75". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.75" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Aug 8, 2023 storm?
Often yes. Most Colorado policies allow hail claims for a window after the storm (commonly up to a year), subject to your policy. A claim is far stronger when you document the exact date (Aug 8, 2023) and hail size (1.75") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Colorado?
Most Colorado homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Aug 8, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Ponderosa Park, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.