The Clark boat launch and ADA fishing pier are closed due to high water. Total rainfall for the past two days was 2.3 inches. Shenango Lake’s elevation is 896.32 which is 1.65 feet above normal summer pool (894.67). All 7 sluice gates are open to 1 foot each. The downstream river level was 4.85 feet, and the river level at Transfer was 3.12 feet. Air temp was 65 and Monday morning water temp was 57. High today near 75. Weather forecast for today is 50% chance of thunderstorms with rain continuing the rest of the week.
Mercer County is still under a flood advisory. Do not drive through flooded areas. Even if the water appears shallow enough to cross, don't try it. Water hides dips in the road. Worse yet, there may be no road at all under the water. Flooding can scour away the entire road surface and a significant amount of ground beneath. Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars, causing loss of control or possible stalling. If you see standing water on the roadway, turn around and find another route.
For daily recorded lake information call 724-962-4384.