Water accumulating from rainfall and swelling rivers has resulted in high water areas throughout Goshen. The City of Goshen’s engineering, streets and developments, as well as first responders, are monitoring forecasts from the National Weather Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to assess the extent of the flooding of Goshen’s roads and structures.
The following roads and parks have been affected as of 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 1:
- Chicago Avenue – Closed
- Denver Street – Signed “High Water”
- Plymouth Avenue Trail – Flooded across near the former park office
- Oakridge Park – flooded
- Roger’s Park – flooded
- Shanklin Park – flooded
- Mullet Park – flooded
- Fidler Pond Park path- closed
- Pedestrian Path over Rock Run Creek at Oakridge Park – flooded and unpassable
Areas being monitored at this time are Indiana Avenue, and Kroger and neighboring businesses. With historical data collected, the city has drawn maps of areas that could potentially be affected based on elevation. You can view the maps at goshenindiana.org. Please not that these are just estimates and not necessarily predictions.
Faith Mission, located at 801 Benham Avenue, has created a flood amnesty period beginning immediately for those seeking shelter. A warrant check will not be required.
Residents can obtain sandbags at the Goshen Street Department, 475 Steury Ave. Sand and bags have been placed outside of the street department’s gates so they can get picked up even outside of business hours. The bags are not already filled with sand, so residents are encouraged to plan to bring a shovel.
As water continues to rise, residents are asked not to enter the water. Please be aware that manholes may pop, and they may not be seen through the murky water. If you come across a flooded road not on this list, please call dispatch at 533-4151. If you are in danger, call 911.