Flood Impacts |
66.4 | The river will reach the top of the protection at Brookport Illinois. |
62.3 | This flood will exceed the highest stage on record. |
57.0 | Major flooding occurs. The lower part of the main business section in Metropolis is flooded. |
53.1 | The first gate at Brookport Illinois is closed. |
52.0 | Moderate flooding occurs with some homes near Lock and Dam 52 cut off. |
51.6 | Evacuation is required of 1st and 2nd streets in Metropolis. |
50.0 | Flooding begins in Joppa Illinois. |
48.0 | Flooding starts at Metropolis Illinois. |
37.0 | Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly agricultural bottomland and low lying areas. |