Flood Warning - Roads Closed
Richland County is under a flood warning and many areas throughout the County have experienced or are experiencing flooding at this time. Due to heavy rain overnight, creek and river levels in Richland County remain elevated. This includes Mill Creek, the Pine River basin, and Willow Creek.
If you have travel plans in southwest Wisconsin, be alert that some roads may be damaged or closed. Do not drive into crossing water.
Several roads have been closed due to high water including: State Hwy 80 north near County Hwy D at Rockbridge, County Hwy C and State Hwy 80 and Mullendoore Dr near County Hwy A.
Do not drive cars into flooded areas. Remember, it only takes two feet of water to float most automobiles, including sport utility vehicles. Turn Around, Don`t Drown!
Road closure map link http://rcz.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=a20ed70a61644c0fbd4c45b9b33c20c8
Instructions:
Do not drive cars into flooded areas. Remember Turn Around, Don`t Drown!
Address/Location
Richland County WI Emergency Management
1027 N Jefferson St
Richland Center, WI 53581
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 608-647-8187
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Moderate - Possible threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Immediate - Responsive action SHOULD be taken immediately
- Certainty:
- Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
- Category:
- Public and private transportation
- Event:
- Road Closure