Flash Flooding and High Wind in Missouri, September 12 to 14, 2008

A tributary of Otter Creek flooded a section of Highway 50 west of Syracuse.

Three to five inches of rain fell over St. Clair County resulting in flooding of small streams, creeks, and two main stem rivers. A few locations that flooded included sections of Highway A near Appleton City and sections of Highway H.

Three to five inches of rain fell over Jasper County resulting in widespread flooding of small streams and creeks. Flooding also occurred in Joplin at the intersection of 7th Street and Maiden Lane. Also, Turkey Creek flooded a low water crossing on Murphy Street.

A section of Highway U was flooded from Mikes Creek.

Three to five inches of rain fell over Barton County that resulted in widespread flooding of small streams, creeks, and rivers. A few specific locations that flooded included a section of Highway C near Milford, numerous secondary roads near Liberal, a section of Highway A one mile east of Milford, a section of Highway K one mile west of Hannon, a section of Highway M just south of its intersection with Highway 126, and a section of Highway V near its intersection with Highway K.

Five to six inches of rain fell over Morgan County resulting in flooding of small streams and creeks. A couple of specific locations that flooded included a section of Tipton Road near its intersection with Highway 50, and a section of Highway 135 just south of Stover.

Five to six inches of rain fell over Benton County which resulted in flooding of small streams and creeks. A few specific locations that flooded included a section of Highway 65 near Warsaw, a section of County Road 34, and a section of County Road 20.

Five to six inches of rain fell over Vernon County resulting in flooding of small streams, creeks, and two main stem rivers. A few specific locations that flooded included a section of Highway DD near its intersection with Highway 71, a section of Highway H near its intersection with Highway O, and a section of Highway V one mile north of Stotesbury.

Three to five inches of rain fell over Newton County resulting in flooding of small streams and creeks. A few specific locations that flooded included a section of Brook Street in Neosho, numerous roads within the northern half of Neosho, a section of Highway 86 near Newtonia, the intersection of Yocum Pond Road and Highway 413, and a section of Highway U near Stark City.

Three to six inches of rain fell over Polk County resulting in widespread flash flooding. A few specific locations that flooded included a section of Highway V east of Flemington, a section of Highway D near its intersection with Highway 32, a section of Highway 215 west of Pleasant Hope, and a section of Highway 83 north of Bolivar.

Three to six inches of rain fell over Greene County resulting in widespread flash flooding. A few specific locations that flooded included the intersection of Hilton Street and Thoman Street, a section of National Avenue just north of its intersection with Sunset, the intersection of Farm Road 146 and Quail Street, the intersection of Highway 13 and Farm Road 34, the intersection of Airport Plaza Drive and Cresthaven, a section of Farm Road 193 between its intersections with Farm Road 172 and Farm Road 174, a section of Farm Road 174 near its intersection with Farm Road 195, a section of Farm Road 148, a section of Highway 125 near its intersection with Farm Road 170, the intersection of Farm Road 103 and Farm Road 106, a section of Highway D east of Springfield, a section of Highway 60 west of Rogersville, the intersection of Farm Road 219 and Farm Road 148, a section of South Avenue, the intersection of Highway 125 and Cinnabar Street, a section of Manchester Street, the intersection of Rose Terrace and Lilac Street, and the intersection of Highway OO and Peach Tree Road.

Three to five inches of rain fell over Barry County resulting in widespread flooding of small streams and creeks. Flatt Creek appeared to be impacted the greatest, flooding several low lying roads and low water crossings. Other specific locations that experienced flooding included a section of Highway 60 near its intersection with Kyler Road, numerous streets in Monett, several streets in the city of Cassville, a section of Highway 76 near Cassville, a section of Highway 39 near its intersection with Farm Road 2135, a section of Highway C near McDowell, and a section of Highway 97 west of Monett. Also, there were two individuals that had to be rescued from Roaring River State Park due to the river rising into campgrounds.

Wind gusts up to 60 mph knocked over numerous trees across Taney County. Widespread power outages resulted from these high winds.

Wind gusts knocked over a few trees across Greene County. Only a few power outages resulted from these high winds.

High winds knocked over numerous trees causing widespread power outages across Stone County. Power outages were more frequent over southern Stone County.

High winds knocked over several trees in rural sections of southeast Barry County. Power outages were common in areas near Table Rock Lake.

High winds knocked over numerous trees across Christian County. Power outages were common over the southern half of the county.

Twelve roads across Dade County were impassable due to high winds knocking large trees over.

Widespread power outages resulted from high winds that knocked over trees and power lines. One large tree fell on a house causing damage in the community of Wasola. The city of Gainesville experienced significant tree and power line damage.

High wind gusts downed a few trees across southern Webster County.

High winds caused widespread tree and power line damage. Random power outages were common throughout the county.

Five to six inches of rain fell over Stone County resulting in widespread flash flooding of small streams, creeks, and one main stem river. The James River appeared to be impacted the greatest, as it flooded several roads and low lying areas. The city of Reeds Springs was also impacted by flooding, as sections of the city were inundated by Railey Creek.

A section of Highway N was flooded by East Whiteston Creek. Other secondary roads near Highway 95 north of Mountain Grove were also flooded.

Three to five inches of rain fell over Maries County resulting in widespread flooding of small creeks and streams. Numerous county roads were flooded and all low water crossings were impassable to motorists.

Four to six inches of rain fell over Webster County resulting in flooding of numerous main stem rivers, creeks, and small streams. A few specific locations that flooded included the intersection of Peck Hollow Road and Dogwood Ridge, areas along Panther Creek north of Rodgersville where three homes were flooded, and a few secondary roads near Marshfield.

Widespread tree and power line damage resulted from high winds. Power outages were sporadic across the county. The community of Mansfield was completely without power for a few hours due to a trampoline being blown into some lines.

Several roads were blocked by large trees that were blown down from high winds. Power outages were common across most of the county.

A few trees were blown down from high wind gusts. A few power outages resulted from trees blowing into power lines.

High winds knocked over several trees and power lines. Some trees were blown down across roads. Power outages occurred in the communities of Richland, Waynesville, and Crocker.

Five to six inches of rain fell over Christian County resulting in widespread flooding of small streams, creeks, and the Finley River. Bull Creek appeared to be impacted the greatest, as it flooded numerous roads and low water crossings. The Finley River was also heavily impacted as it flooded sections of Ozark. The Finley River also closed down a section of Riverdale Road west of Ozark.

Widespread power outages occurred across all of Oregon County. High winds knocked over trees and power lines blocking several roads.

Widespread power outages across all of Shannon County resulted from high winds knocking over trees and power lines.

Three to five inches of rain fell over Pulaski County resulting in flooding of small streams, creeks, and two rivers. The Gasconade and Big Piney rivers appeared to be impacted the greatest as they flooded numerous roads and low lying areas. Low water crossings countywide were impassable to motorists. Also, a section of Highway 133 at Fox Crossing was closed due to flooding, while numerous city streets in Dixon were flooded. A section of Highway O at its intersection with Jones Creek was flooded.

Five to six inches of rain fell over Miller County resulting in flooding of small streams and creeks. Numerous gravel roads and all low water crossings were impassable across the county.

Three to five inches of rain fell over Taney County resulting in flooding of small streams, creeks, and Lake Taneycomo. Turkey Creek flooded the Hidden Valley Trailer Park in Hollister as numerous mobile homes were inundated. Meanwhile, Bull Creek flooded into a housing subdivision that was in the process of being built. Also, Lake Taneycomo flooded into some homes as levels increased in response to a water release from Table Rock Lake.

Five to six inches of rain fell over Laclede County resulting in flooding of small streams, creeks, and rivers. The Niangua River was heavily impacted by flooding low lying areas. A water rescue occurred along the river and north of Bennetts Spring. Three campers were camping along a gravel bar as the river quickly rose during the overnight hours. The were later rescued by the Missouri Water Patrol.

Two to four inches of rain fell over Texas County resulting in flooding in some areas. The Big Piney River appeared to be impacted the greatest flooding several low lying roads and low water crossings. The city of Cabool experienced flash flooding on numerous city streets. All of this flooding resulted in several miles of road damage along with two bridges that were washed out.

Flash flooding occurred along Pidgeon Creek which caused all campers on Montauk State Park to evacuate.

Two to four inches of rain fell over Phelps County resulting in flooding of small streams, creeks, and one main stem river. A few specific locations that flooded included a section of Highway E northwest of Rolla, a section of Highway Y, a section of Highway P, and several streets in the community of Newburg.

The Little Lindley Creek flooded a section of Highway C northeast of Buffalo.

Two to five inches of rain fell over Douglas County resulting in widespread flooding of small streams and creeks. The western section of the county experienced the greatest amount of rain, while the eastern edge of the county only experienced around two inches. Specific locations that were flooded included a section of Highway B north of Ava, downtown Ava, a section of Highway N north of Ava, and nearly all low water crossings across much of the county.