Flood Measures

All the rain that central Iowa has had recently has given the City an excellent opportunity to test its Emergency Flood Plan. Adherence and execution of the plan by our Public Works department behind the scenes to implement all necessary precautions has been terrific.

Most of the worry is behind us: Walnut Creek crested during the evening of April 25th and is quickly receding. Additional impacts from Walnut Creek are not anticipated at this time. The Raccoon River is projected to crest sometime April 27th and hold steady through the weekend. With no forecast rain for the next several days, chance of the Raccoon River impacting any property will be limited to properties not protected by the levee system. Walnut Woods Drive is the only road closed due to flooding and will remain closed through the weekend.

Public Works staff monitored the situation all last night, keeping a close watch to determine whether or not flood gates would be necessary. Thankfully, they were not and it appears that we are headed for dryer days. It is good to know, however, that our emergency plan is ready for any close call.