A Flood Warning remains in effect for the Shell Rock River through early Sunday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Minor flooding is ongoing, with water levels currently at 13.3 feet as of 3:45 a.m. Friday — well above the 12-foot flood stage.
The affected area stretches from Flood Creek near Clarksville to the Cedar River. Forecasters expect the river to recede below flood stage by Sunday morning and drop to around 10.6 feet by Thursday evening.
Impacts remain limited but notable. At 13.5 feet, East Washington Street in Shell Rock is closed due to high water.
Residents in the area are advised to use caution near the river and stay alert for updates.
