Caney River Flooding Closes Roads In Washington County As Officials Monitor Rising Water

Caney River Flooding Closes Roads In Washington County As Officials Monitor Rising Water

The Caney River flooding continues to impact northeastern Oklahoma as emergency officials monitor rising water levels and road closures across Washington County.

According to Washington County Emergency Management, moderate flooding is affecting areas near Ramona and Bartlesville, where several rural roads have become impassable due to high water.

Officials say the Caney River is expected to crest near 28.6 feet upstream at Ramona, causing agricultural flooding and inundating low-lying county roads before water levels gradually begin to recede.

While emergency managers expect the flooding event to be relatively short-lived, residents are being urged to avoid flooded roadways and remain alert for changing conditions throughout the weekend.

Caney River Flooding Impacts Ramona And Bartlesville

The most significant Caney River flooding is occurring near Ramona, where rising water has spread into agricultural areas and covered several low-water crossings and rural roads.

Emergency officials say motorists should expect closures throughout southern Washington County until water levels begin falling.

In Bartlesville, the Caney River crested at approximately 14.6 feet early Friday, prompting the closure of North Virginia Avenue leading toward the Oak Park neighborhood.

Officials continue monitoring river levels and roadway conditions as floodwaters move downstream.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed and avoid traveling through affected areas whenever possible.

Additional local emergency updates are available through the Washington County Emergency Management.

Officials Repeat Turn Around, Don't Drown Warning

Emergency managers continue emphasizing the Turn Around, Don't Drown message as floodwaters remain on roadways across northeastern Oklahoma.

Even water that appears shallow can become extremely dangerous because moving floodwater can quickly carry away passenger vehicles, SUVs, and pickup trucks.

Officials also warn that floodwaters may hide washed-out pavement or damaged road surfaces beneath the water.

Drivers are urged to obey all road closure signs and never attempt to drive around barricades.

Emergency responders say taking an alternate route is always the safest option during flood events.

Additional flood safety information is available through the National Weather Service Tulsa Forecast Office.

Drivers Encouraged To Monitor Road Conditions

As Caney River flooding continues, officials recommend checking current road conditions before traveling across northeastern Oklahoma.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) maintains an online traveler information system showing road closures, flooding, and other traffic impacts across the state.

Residents can also monitor real-time river forecasts through the National Water Prediction Service, which tracks river gauge levels and flood forecasts along the Caney River and other Oklahoma waterways.

Emergency officials say conditions can change quickly following periods of heavy rainfall, making it important to stay informed throughout the weekend.

Additional statewide travel information is available through the Oklahoma Department of Transportation Traveler Information Map.

With rivers still running high across portions of northeastern Oklahoma, emergency officials say the safest approach remains simple: avoid flooded roads, monitor changing conditions, and remember the Turn Around, Don't Drown warning.

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