Clifty Creek at Hartsville
Bartholomew County, Indiana
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 25 ft
Catastrophic flooding along Clifty Creek. A flood 7 feet higher than June 2008... appproaching levels seen in March 1913. Residential and commerical flooding in Hartsville, Newbern and the outskirts of Columbus. Most if not all roads flooded.
- 18 ft
Serious flooding in progress along Clifty Creek. Flooding similar to June 2008. All local roads along Clifty Creek flood. Residential flooding likely in Newbern and the outskirts of Columbus. Commerical flooding also possible in the outskirts of Columbus.
- 17 ft
Approaching major flooding along Clifty Creek. Highest level since June 2008. Most local roads along Clifty Creek are flooded. Residential flooding possible in the Newbern area and the outskirts of Columbus. Only two floods in history note above this level...June 2008 and March 1913.
- 13 ft
Significant flooding in progress along Clifty Creek. Flooding likely closes portions of CR 1150E, CR 225N and possibly Sanland Road. Some residential property may begin to flood.
- 11 ft
Low portions of Clifty Creek immediately north of Hartsville and in the Newbern area flood.
- 9 ft
Flooding begins in low spot along Clifty Creek.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 1913 | 25.1 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2008 | 17.85 ft | 16,200 cfs |
| Jan 20, 1959 | 14.29 ft | 11,300 cfs |
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