Flood Warning Issued for Hocking River at Enterprise Through Friday Morning
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for the Hocking River at Enterprise, with minor flooding expected to impact Logan and surrounding areas through Friday.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Wilmington OH has issued a Flood Warning for the Hocking River at Enterprise. This alert indicates that minor flooding is forecast for the area as water levels rise above the established flood stage.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the Hocking River at Enterprise in Hocking County, Ohio. Impacted locations include:
- Kachemacher Park in Logan
- Low-lying roads near Haydenville Road
- State Route 93 just south of Logan
- Lowland areas in Rockbridge
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are urged to take the following precautions:
- Turn around, don’t drown: Never attempt to drive through flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
- Avoid low-lying areas and riverbanks until water levels recede.
- Monitor local weather updates for changes in the forecast.
Expected Conditions
As of 10:00 AM EST on Thursday, the river stage was recorded at 11.4 feet. The following conditions are expected:
- Flood Stage: 12.0 feet.
- Forecast Crest: The river is expected to rise to a crest of 14.5 feet this evening.
- Specific Impacts: At 14.0 feet, water is known to spill into Kachemacher Park and onto State Route 93 south of Logan. Lowland flooding is also expected in the Rockbridge area.
Timeline
The Flood Warning is effective from the morning of Thursday, March 5, 2026. The river is expected to fall below flood stage early Friday morning, with the warning officially set to expire at 11:18 AM EST on Friday, March 6.
Source: NOAA Official Notice