Apr 17, 1998
Flash flooding that occurred on April 16 and 17 developed into widespread river flooding in the Kentucky River basin on the 17th. An intial crest occurred at most locations on the 17th or 18th, but additional heavy rains from the 18th into the 19th resulted in a second crest on either the 19th or 20th. Crests were 4.3 feet above flood stage at Jackson, 5 feet above flood stage at Booneville, and 5.5 feet above flood stage at Hazard. Numerous roads were flooded, and some homes and business were
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5642828). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Clay County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.