HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) –With floodwaters receding throughout Christian County, some neighborhoods are still experiencing excessive high water that has not drained. This flooding leaves residents unable to leave their neighborhoods, or for those who were rescued via boat, unable to return to their homes for an unknown amount of time.
Although several Oak Grove neighborhoods are still dealing with flooding, city officials in Hopkinsville acknowledged remaining standing water in the Windmill Farms subdivision. Hopkinsville Public Works reports that South Cavalcade Circle at Secretariat Way is one of the only roadways still closed due to water as of April 9. This is located near the only exit of the neighborhood.
“The City of Hopkinsville remains committed to supporting residents through recovery following last month’s historic flooding. We’ve heard your concerns and want to provide an update specifically for our neighbors in the Windmill Farms subdivision,” said a news release from the City of Hopkinsville.
Why water remains, next steps
They explained that the ongoing standing water in the area is due to a high groundwater table, which is common in regions with karst topography. Due to this, they are unable to predict when water will fully recede.
This issue with lingering standing water is also occurring in neighborhoods in Oak Grove, Bowling Green and Clarksville, Tennessee.
“We are actively working with Christian County Emergency Management on strategies to help mitigate the issue,” said the news release. “While we don’t have a guaranteed fix until groundwater levels lower naturally, please know efforts are underway.”
Those who are impacted are encouraged to visit www.hoptown.org/recoveryresources for help with food, shelter, supplies, and cleanup. For additional in person assistance, there will be two resource events this weekend in Christian County.