Guthrie has seen a welcome boost in lake levels following days of steady rainfall, though city officials are now closely monitoring local waterways for potential flooding.
According to the Oklahoma Mesonet, Guthrie received 3.12 inches of rain in the past 24 hours, with some parts of the county experiencing even greater totals. With rain expected to continue throughout Wednesday and into Thursday and Friday, additional closures are possible. Related article: Heavy rainfall leads to multiple road closures across Logan County
According to city officials, Guthrie Lake has risen approximately three feet and Liberty Lake by about two feet. Before the storms, Guthrie Lake was around 7.7 feet below normal and now stands just 4.7 feet below. Liberty Lake, previously 5.1 feet below normal, has improved to only 3.1 feet below.
As of 7 a.m. Wednesday morning, Cottonwood Creek was estimated at 14.3 feet and rising. City officials and Logan County Emergency Management are coordinating efforts as they monitor both the Cottonwood Creek and Cimarron River. Preparations for action begin at 20 feet, and flooding is expected at 22 feet.
The National Weather Service anticipates that Cottonwood Creek will crest at approximately 21.2 feet by Thursday morning.
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