Flood Warning Issued for Flatrock River Near Columbus, Indiana

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a Flood Warning for the Flatrock River near Columbus. This alert follows significant rainfall across central and south-central Indiana, where totals have reached between 2 and 4 inches as of early Wednesday morning.

Affected Areas

The primary geographic area affected is Bartholomew County, Indiana, specifically the regions surrounding the Flatrock River near Columbus. Other rivers in the region, including the Big Blue, Driftwood, and East Fork White River, are also under monitoring or warnings.

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to stay informed and prioritize safety. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. If you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and find an alternate route.

Expected Conditions

Minor flooding is forecast for the Flatrock River. As of 3:30 AM EST Wednesday, the river stage was 5.4 feet. The river is expected to rise above the flood stage of 11.0 feet, reaching a predicted crest of 12.2 feet.

Historical data indicates that at a stage of 12.0 feet, flooding impacts Noblitt Park, CR 400N, and Owens Bend Park. Additional rain is expected in the forecast over the next several days, which may continue to affect river levels.

Timeline

The Flood Warning is effective from late tonight, March 5, through Saturday morning, March 7. The river is expected to rise above flood stage just after midnight tonight and reach its crest early Friday morning. It is forecast to fall below flood stage early Saturday morning.