US 60 in Crittenden County back open as river recedes

Traffic is open again across the Tradewater bridge on US 60 in Crittenden County.

KYTC removed the barricades at noon. There is still some water pooled on the bridge, but traffic is crossing slowly in both directions.

The Ohio River at Shawneetown crested on Monday afternoon at 53.33 feet, just above major flood stage of 53 feet. This afternoon the river has fallen to 51.8 feet, and is forecast to fall below 50 feet by Thursday evening.

This will allow the backed up runoff in the Tradewater River to pass into the Ohio River and relieve flooding across the county.



UPDATE:
​The Crittenden County Sheriff's Office and emergency management officials announced Wednesday morning that US 60 is set to reopen at Noon. 

Water may still be pooled on the surface of the Tradewater Bridge, but the road will be passable and open to traffic.


Original Story:
Water covering US 60 in Crittenden County has begun to retreat, according to crews monitoring the situation.

Union County Emergency Management posted photos Tuesday morning showing the water retreating from the pavement, leaving debris on the roadway.

The movement comes as the Ohio River at Shawneetown crested on Monday evening at 53.33 feet, just above major flood stage.

Since then, the river has receded to 52.9 feet on Tuesday evening. It is forecast to fall below 52 feet on Wednesday afternoon, and below 51 feet on Thursday morning.

This will allow water in the Tradewater River to flow into the Ohio, and off of US 60 over the next few days. 

Highway and emergency crews appreciate the patience and cooperation of affected residents during this time. 


(Photos: Union County Emergency Management Facebook)