08/16/2026
From Indianapolis Department of Public Works: “𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 (𝟒:𝟑𝟎 𝐚.𝐦.): Indy DPW staff continue to monitor water levels along the White River Corridor, including potential downstream impacts of the major flooding event. At this time, DPW Stormwater Engineering’s data shows we have reached peak flooding levels on the north side of Marion County.
Water is flowing downstream, bringing potential flooding to the county’s south side. The gauge at Raymond Street hit a peak of 20.49 feet just before 11 p.m. Saturday. Water levels are expected to remain consistent Sunday morning.
Peak levels will not mark the end of emergency flooding response work. Rather, it will mark the beginning of the next stage of our team's flood-watching efforts.
DPW data currently indicates peak water levels will hold for a few hours before the floodwaters begin to recede. During this period, Engineering will closely monitor our flood-control infrastructure (levees, control gates, etc.) to ensure it continues to operate as anticipated.
Indy DPW continues to monitor conditions in four south-side neighborhoods (East side of White River, Hi-Acre Manor, Sunshine Gardens, Southport Road between White River and Tibbs Ave.) to determine if additional actions are necessary.
Current weather forecasts from the National Weather Service Indianapolis indicate potential for additional rainfall across the county on Sunday. The impacts of this rainfall on the current flooding are difficult to predict.
Families with pets seeking shelter should go to the Noble Center, 2406 N. Tibbs Ave. The Red Cross shelter is still in operation at the Washington Township Adult Center, 8401 Westfield Blvd.
We continue to urge residents to follow the City of Indianapolis, Indy DPW, and MESA on social media and to text INDYFLOOD26 to 67283 to receive text updates on the flood response. Visit www.indy.gov/activity/stormwater for additional information.
