Black River Near Annapolis Reaches Minor Flood Stage, Warning Extended
Black River levels reached 9.6 feet Saturday, prompting extended flood warnings as County Road 372 faces potential closure through Monday afternoon.
ANNAPOLIS, MISSOURI — The National Weather Service has extended a flood warning for the Black River near Annapolis through Monday afternoon as the waterway reached 9.6 feet, above the 8.0-foot flood stage.
The warning, issued Saturday evening by the NWS St. Louis office, remains in effect until 5:48 PM CDT Monday. River levels peaked at 9.6 feet at 7:15 PM Saturday and are expected to crest at 9.7 feet just after midnight Sunday before beginning to recede.
Road Flooding Expected
Minor flooding is currently occurring along the Black River, with County Road 372 beginning to flood as water levels approach 9.0 feet. The river stage reached its maximum height of 9.6 feet during the 24-hour period ending Saturday evening, according to National Weather Service data.
Forecasters expect the river to fall below flood stage late Sunday morning as conditions improve. The flood warning incorporates observed precipitation data and forecast rainfall for the next 24 hours to project river behavior.
Ongoing Monitoring
River forecasts are based on both observed precipitation and predicted rainfall over the coming day, officials said. The Black River’s flood stage threshold of 8.0 feet was exceeded Saturday as spring weather patterns brought increased water flow to the area.
Residents near County Road 372 should exercise caution when traveling, as flooding typically begins near the roadway when river levels reach 9.0 feet. The current stage of 9.6 feet indicates active flooding conditions in low-lying areas adjacent to the waterway.
The National Weather Service continues monitoring river conditions and will update forecasts as weather patterns develop. Officials advise drivers to avoid flooded roadways and never attempt to drive through standing water on county roads.
