COLUMBUS, Ind. — Columbus Parks and Recreation has temporarily closed Mill Race Park after significant rainfall caused flooding throughout low‐lying areas of the park on May 20. Bartholomew County officials have also announced at least two road closings.
Residents are urged to avoid all flooded areas, including park roads, trails, and green spaces.
Floodwater can conceal debris, unstable ground, and swift currents, creating hazardous conditions even when water appears shallow. Other parks are being monitored. The park will reopen once water levels recede and staff confirm conditions are safe for public use.
Updates will be provided as conditions change. For more information, contact Columbus Parks and Recreation at 812‐376‐2680.
Here are the road closures as of 2 p.m. on Thursday:
- Tellman Road, between Indianapolis Road and County Road 200W
- County Road 800S, between State Road 11 and US 31
- Southern Crossing
- County Road 150E, between Southern Crossing and County Road 300S
- Country Road 400N (Tinkey Bridge)
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