The flood advisory continues for
the Elk River near Elkmont until late Sunday Night. The flood stage is 26 feet.On Saturday, the river was 23.3 feet and nearing its crest. It will continue to rise to near 23.6 feet by after midnight.
Our next weather maker will bring in another round of heavy rain (1 or more inches) and could potentially bring some stronger thunderstorms as well as early as Monday morning. If you live close to the river, prepare now in case you need to leave your home.
What Happens:25 feet...water begins to flood Veto Road near the Hargrove/Johnson bridge.
24.5 feet...water begins to approach Veto Road
22.0 feet...water completely covers the TWRA boat launch parking lot near the Hargrove/ Johnson bridge
19.0 feet...water begins to flood the TWRA boat launch parking area. The boat ramp is completely submerged at this level and may be unusable
18.0 feet...water begins to flood the low lying agricultural land along the river.
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