Crews install floodgates ahead of rising Ohio River levels

Pope County officials and volunteers to fill sandbags as Ohio River rises

GOLCONDA, Ill. (WSIL) -- Authorities in Pope County will be filling sandbags on Monday to help keep floodwaters from the Ohio River away from homes and businesses. They also ask residents to help.

Ohio River flooding causing disruptions at McAlpine Locks and Dam

Officials said the closures will remain in place until water levels go down and it's safe to reopen.

Flood gates installed downtown as Ohio River set to rise to highest level in years

With the Ohio River expected to crest at 60 feet in Cincinnati Monday, 15 flood gates are being installed in the Riverfront Transit Center.

Crews install floodgates ahead of rising Ohio River levels

Covington Public Works crews are monitoring levels and making sure catch basins are clear.

Ohio River flooding disrupts locking operations at Markland and McAlpine

Locking operations at Markland Locks and Dam (Ohio River Mile 531.5) have been suspended due to high water. At McAlpine Locks and Dam (Ohio River Mile 606.8), the south (landside) chamber has ceased operations, and the north chamber is expected to close by the evening of Sunday, April 6, 2025. Additional impacts are expected downstream as river levels rise. A full summary of projected impacts at the district’s seven locks and dams on the Ohio Ri…