BLOOMINGTON—Days after severe storms and heavy rainfall swept through the region, Monroe County continues to deal with the significant impact of flooding. Floodwaters initially forced the closure of nearly a dozen roads across the county, disrupting residents and commuters.
The Monroe County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) reported that while some roadways are beginning to reopen, eleven county roads remain closed due to standing water. EMA officials noted that these remaining closures are primarily on county roads in low-lying areas near bodies of water with a history of flooding.
The impact extends to Lake Monroe, where the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has reported that the water elevation has risen to over twelve feet above the normal pool level. This significant increase has rendered several park areas surrounding the reservoir inaccessible.
Despite the widespread road closures and high water levels, the EMA stated that no damage directly caused by the flooding has been reported to their office thus far. However, the agency is actively communicating with local fire departments, urging them to report any flood-related issues they encounter.
Monroe County has provided resources for residents navigating the aftermath to stay informed about road conditions. Drivers can access the county’s online Road Closure Viewer for real-time closures, detours, and restrictions updates. A comprehensive list of closures is also available online.
HIGH-WATER ROAD CLOSINGS
High water closings can and do change based on weather conditions. Please be aware of changing weather conditions. Monitor flood and flash flood watches and warnings. Do not cross water-covered roads.
BOTTOM ROAD, between Mount Pleasant Road & Prather Road: Bottom Road, which is closed in the gravel section on Thursday, April 3, 2025, remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
BOTTOM ROAD, between Mt Tabor Road & Liberty Hollow Road: Bottom Road, from Mount Tabor Road to 9160 Bottom Road, closed Monday, April 7, 2025, remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
BUNGER ROAD, between SR 45 & Airport Road: Bunger Road is closed Monday, April 7, 2025, and remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
FRIENDSHIP ROAD, from ECM to SR 46: Friendship Road was closed on Thursday, April 3, 2025, and remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
MAPLE GROVE ROAD N, between Delap Road & Bottom Road: Maple Grove Road N, closed in the gravel section, Friday, April 4, 2025, remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
MCGOWAN ROAD, from Eldridge Road to Kent Road: McGowan Road is closed on Thursday, April 3, 2025, and will remain closed until further notice due to road flooding.
MOON ROAD, from Texas Ridge Road to ECM: Moon Road was closed on Monday, April 7, 2025, and will remain closed until further notice due to road flooding.
MT TABOR ROAD, between Tabor Hill Road & Bottom Road: Mt Tabor Road is closed Monday, April 7, 2025, and remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
OWEN COUNTY LINE ROAD, from Williams Road to Texas Ridge Road: County Line Road was closed on Monday, April 7, 2025, and will remain closed until further notice due to road flooding.
STIPP ROAD, at Moores Pike Road: Stipp Road, near Moores Pike Road: Closed Friday, April 4, 2025, and remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
WOODALL ROAD, between Delap Road & Woodland Road: Woodland Road, near Woodland Road, is closed Friday, April 4, 2025, and remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
WOODLAND ROAD, between Barr Road & Woodall Road: Woodland Road, near Woodall Road, closed Friday, April 4, 2025, remains closed until further notice due to road flooding.
The EMA is also encouraging homeowners who have experienced damage from the recent storms and flooding to report it to their office directly by phone or email. This information is crucial for assessing the overall impact on the community.
