Flood Warning Issued for Haw Creek Near Clifford in Bartholomew County, Indiana

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis IN has issued a Flood Warning for Haw Creek near Clifford. This alert was issued following reports of significant rainfall and rising creek levels that are expected to cause moderate flooding in the region.

Affected Areas

The primary area affected is Bartholomew County, Indiana. Specific impacts are expected along Haw Creek near Clifford and within the Columbus area. According to the Columbus Response Plan, flooded roads are expected to include CR 450 N, Rocky Ford Road, 10th Street, and Marr Road.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to stay tuned to further developments by listening to local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio. Use extreme caution when traveling at night, as the dangers of flooding are significantly harder to recognize in the dark. If you encounter flooded roadways, avoid them and seek alternative routes.

Expected Conditions

Moderate flooding is forecast for the area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain has already fallen, with an additional 1 to 3 inches of accumulation expected. As of 10:15 PM EST Tuesday, the creek stage was 7.5 feet. It is forecast to rise above the 12.0-foot flood stage and reach a crest of 14.5 feet. At this level, near major flooding is in progress, specifically impacting local infrastructure and transit routes.

Timeline

The Flood Warning is effective until 9:19 PM EST on Wednesday, March 4. The creek is expected to rise above flood stage just after midnight tonight (March 4) and reach its crest on Wednesday morning. Current projections indicate the water will fall below flood stage by Wednesday afternoon.