Edmonson County roads impacted by flooding, KY 187 bridge closed
EDMONSON COUNTY, Ky. — Flood recovery efforts are underway across Edmonson County after high water closed and damaged several key roads and bridges, while officials continue monitoring river levels and infrastructure impacts.
The most significant issue is along KY 187 near mile point 3.0, where the bridge over Sunfish Creek has been damaged and remains closed until crews can complete an assessment and determine repair needs.
KY 238 has reopened to traffic, but KY 655 remains closed between mile points 2 and 3 due to lingering flood conditions.
County leaders say multiple roads and low-lying crossings were impacted as water moved through the region following recent heavy rainfall.
Scott Lindsey, Edmonson County judge-executive, says while no homes were evacuated, emergency crews did respond to isolated rescue situations.
“We did have a situation at a local ATV park that we had to go in and get some people that had been kind of separated off from the group,” Lindsey said. “But as far as evacuating homes or anything like that, no, we haven’t had anything like that yet.”
Officials say infrastructure impacts are still being evaluated as waters recede, with state crews already on scene inspecting damaged areas.
Lindsey says the KY 187 bridge is currently under review by the state and could see repairs in the coming days if conditions allow.
“The State Road Department is out at Highway 187 today and they’re evaluating that bridge for repairs,” Lindsey said. “They’ve communicated they hope to have those back in, repaired by the end of this week.”
While some roads are reopening, officials warn conditions remain fluid and water levels can still change depending on upstream releases and river conditions.
“The Green River right now, our normal level is about 18.5 to 20 feet. This morning the last time I checked it was at 45.5,” Lindsey said. “So there’s a substantial amount of water that came in in a very short period of time.”
He added that coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is ongoing as Nolin Lake remains above summer pool, complicating release schedules and downstream flow management.
Officials are urging drivers to remain cautious and avoid driving around barricades or through flooded roadways.
“If there’s water over roads, don’t try to pass through them,” Lindsey said. “If the roads are closed, they’re closed for a reason.”
County leaders say they will continue monitoring conditions closely and updating residents as assessments and repairs move forward.
