Flood Warning issued for White River

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a Flood Warning for the White River. The White River in Noblesville is currently expected to crest at around 18 feet.

Past history shows:

  • At 11 feet: Agricultural flooding begins in the lowest areas along the White River in Hamilton County. Flooding is north and south of Noblesville. Flooding begins in the Riverwood area north of Noblesville.
  • At 12 feet: Riverwood Avenue in Riverwood, Riverbend Campground near Clare and White River Campground near Strawtown begin to flood.
  • At 14 feet: Agricultural flooding is readily visible north and south of Noblesville.
  • At 14.5 feet: Edith Avenue begins to flood near the Potter’s Bridge area, north of Noblesville on Allisonville Road. Flooding begins in residential areas along East 116th Street in Trails End area in Fishers and along East 146th Street and State Road 19 just north of State Road 32.

Major river flooding is possible in a few areas of central and southern Indiana next week. Rivers will continue to rise over the next several days with flooding beginning on smaller creeks and rivers this weekend.

Motorists should never drive into flood water. Turn around and go another way. Keep children away from flooded areas. Recreational and agricultural interests should remain alert to changing river conditions.

For detailed flood information, visit weather.gov/ind and click on rivers and lakes.