At this point in time, we have registered over 6” of rain this week thus far, with another 4-6 inches of rain coming in over the next two days (the National Weather Service briefing slide is below). This amount of rainfall maxes out our sanitary sewer system and drainage systems. Rainwater will find the path of least resistance and many times will end up in our sewers, robbing the system of capacity. Customers should be aware of that, and that they can continue to call with any needs or issues at 502-540-6000. We are staffed up to respond to calls, but the large amount of rain is a challenge to resources. We are working diligently to respond to every call, and we are working around the clock to respond to this event.
In terms of road closures – MSD has performed floodwall closures at 10th Street, 27th Street, Bingham Way, 2nd Street, and Port Road in Riverport. Additional floodwall closures will be performed based on river projections and communicated accordingly.
Additionally, there have been road closures due to hazardous conditions by LMPD and Metro Public Works. Lists of these closures are updated here: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/public-works/services/road-and-street-closures?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery . The listing on the Metro website as of 5:30 on April 4th is noted below. People are being asked to turn around prior to driving through standing water, stay off of roadways if possible, and respecting barricades.
April 4, 2025 - until the flood waters recede
- Alta Vista Road from Lexington Road to Beargrass Road
- National Turnpike from Mount Holly Road to Fairdale Road
- Russell Lee Drive at Stratton Avenue
- Grade Lane from Melton Avenue to Outer Loop
- Frankfort Avenue from River Road to Story Avenue
- Stratton Avenue from South 38th Street to Mae Street Kidd Avenue
- Campbell Street from Adams Street to Franklin Street
- Adams Street from East Witherspoon Street to Story Avenue
- Six Mile Lane at Breckenridge Lane
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