Spy Run Creek Flooding Update - City of Fort Wayne

Heavy rain overnight has led to minor flooding along the Spy Run Creek. Nearly four inches of rain has fallen in the Spy Run Creek area since late last night. Crews have placed sandbags and are constructing a clay dike along the Spy Run Creek to stabilize the area.

The following streets are closed as a result of heavy rain:
* State Boulevard between Wells Street and Spy Run Avenue

* Westbrook Drive

* Eastbrook Drive

* The far west lane of Clinton at State ' motorists may want to avoid the area of Clinton and State due to traffic congestion

* Newago Road at Coliseum Boulevard

As of 11 a.m., the level on the Spy Run Creek was 9.64 feet. Flood stage is 8 feet. The Spy Run Creek has crested. City staff will continue to monitor conditions over the next several days. Volunteers are not needed at this time to help fill sandbags.