Roadways Impacted Near Bradley Point Subdivision Due to Ogeechee River Flooding
River Flood Response Map
UPDATE (Aug. 13, 2 p.m.): As Ogeechee River flood waters continue to recede, the City of Savannah’s Transportation Services Department is assessing roadways in the Bradley Point, Villages of Vallambrosa and Teal Lake areas to allow for reopening as quickly and safely as possible.
Sweeper and asphalt operations have been activated as crews search for sinkholes and potholes in previously flooded roadways. The intersection of Grayson and Dunnoman remains closed due to over 12 inches of flood water. Bradley Blvd. remains closed as repairs begin on the road. City crews anticipate the road may be passable later Tuesday afternoon.
Reopening of roadways will depend heavily on the continued water recession levels experienced on Monday and Tuesday and an assessment of roadway conditions. The temporary road between Bradley Boulevard and Waycross Road continues to operate and will remain open as long as it is needed. The road may be closed periodically for regular maintenance due to heavy use.
Residents are encouraged to exercise extreme caution on reopened roads as the severe flooding could have impacted the underlying ground and cause potentially undetected roadway failures. Transportation Services is actively assessing and repairing all flooded roadways as the water recedes to ensure safety.
There will be no sanitation service for residents in Bradley Point, Bradley Point South, Teal Lake, and Villages of Vallambrosa on Tuesday. Regular service will resume once streets are cleared. Garbage overflow can be placed in recycling carts and the two will be collected together.
The American Red Cross, Salvation Army and City staff continue to operate in the area providing hot meals. The City is assisting food truck vendors who are also offering free meals to residents.
If residents wish to donate to flood victims, they are encouraged to send all donations to Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia. Donations can include any item useful for flood victims, not just food items. The items will be sorted at Second Harvest and delivered to Compassion Church on Henderson, which has been activated as a Resource Center by the Chatham Emergency Management Agency (CEMA).
The Resource Center will be open on Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
UPDATE: (Aug. 12, 7:30 p.m.) REMIDNER: Donations should not be delivered to Savannah Fire Station 12, Individuals wanting to donate items to help flooding victims can do so through the Salvation Army at 3100 Montgomery St. This facility can accept donations 24 hours a day.
Donated items will then be deployed and distributed to areas in need. In addition, financial donations can be made to the Rapid Response Disaster Fund online athttps://give.uwce.org/p/debby-relief.
UPDATE (Aug. 12, 5:30 p.m.): The City of Savannah’s predictive data analysis indicates that streets in the Bradley Point, Villages of Vallambrosia and Teal Lake areas may begin reopening over the next few days.
Reopening of roadways will depend heavily on the continued water recession levels experienced on Monday, an assessment of roadway conditions, and any rainfall.
The City anticipates the following streets may reopen by Wednesday: Castello Ave., Ristona Dr., Rosa Lane, Rose Ave., Bradley Blvd., Litchfield Dr., Austin Way, Diane MacKenzie Way. By Thursday, the City anticipates Grayson Ave., Dunnoman Dr. and Chief OF Love Road may reopen.
Residents are encouraged to exercise extreme caution on reopened roads as the severe flooding could have impacted the underlying ground and cause potentially undetected roadway failures. Transportation Services will be assessing all flooded roadways as the water recedes to ensure safety.
As announced earlier today, the City has installed an emergency roadway connecting Bradley Boulevard to Waycross Road. The starting point of the emergency road on Bradley Boulevard is located near the Bradley Point Apartments. This temporary roadway will require recurring maintenance that will be performed by City crews while it remains operational. The roadway should only be utilized by residents seeking to go to or from their homes and traffic is being managed by the Savannah Police Department.
City staff, along with community partners, will continue to coordinate resources for impacted residents, including the delivery of numerous hot meals and other food today. Efforts to provide resources will continue until flood waters have receded.
UPDATE (Aug. 12, 12 p.m.): The City of Savannah’s predictive data analysis indicates that street flooding in Bradley Point, Villages of Vallambrosia and Teal Lake has receded by half a foot and over the next few days roadways should begin to reopen to traffic.
The emergency road installed between Bradley Boulevard to Waycross Road overnight on Sunday may be closed periodically for maintenance.
UPDATE (Aug. 11, 7:30 a.m.):At 5 a.m. today, the City of Savannah completed the installation of a temporary roadway connecting Bradley Boulevard to Waycross Road. This temporary road should only be utilized by residents going to and from their homes and emergency personnel. The Savannah Police Department is managing traffic control. Chatham County partnered with the City of Savannah to deliver an additional 100 tons of gravel to make the temporary road possible. The City continues to also focus efforts on other impacted areas, specifically the Teal Lake community. If residents need assistance or have service requests, they should continue to call 311.
UPDATE (Aug. 11, 4:30 p.m.): Individuals wanting to donate items to help flooding victims can do so through the Salvation Army at 3100 Montgomery St. This facility can accept donations 24 hours a day. In addition, financial donations can be made to the Rapid Response Disaster Fund online athttps://give.uwce.org/p/debby-relief.
UPDATE (Aug. 11, 4 p.m.) The City of Savannah’s flood modeling estimates indicate that as of today, areas flooded by the Ogeechee River have likely reached peak water heights and we expect water to slowly recede. If you reside in an area affected by the flood waters, please be advised that these impacts will continue over the coming days, with water levels taking potentially several days to fully recede.
Residents are urged to refrain from driving on any closed roads, as floodwaters may have caused damage to the roadways that is not immediately visible. The City will be assessing roadway conditions as the waters recede to ensure safety.
For those in impacted areas who need assistance, please call 311 to be connected to resources and obtain information. We are providing resources including access to basic supplies, such as food, and evacuation assistance if necessary. Water barriers and some supplies, including food, have been positioned in isolated communities at the Bradley Point South Clubhouse and in Teal Lake at 7 Litchfield Drive for those who need them.
The City will continue emergency operations for as long as necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents. We also continue coordinating closely with the County to manage this unprecedented flooding event.
Further updates will be provided as the situation evolves. Please stay informed and take all necessary precautions to stay safe during this time. Anyone who would like to assist residents who have been affected can donate to the Rapid Response Disaster Fund online athttps://give.uwce.org/p/debby-relief.
UPDATE (Aug. 11, 10 a.m.):
The City of Savannah’s Emergency Operations Center remains activated in response to ongoing flooding along the Ogeechee River. Our command post is operating out of Fire Station 12, and we are actively coordinating efforts to address the flooding that is affecting several neighborhoods, with Bradley Point and Teal Lake experiencing the most significant impacts.
This is a multi-day flooding event, and current models predict that the peak water levels will be reached sometime on Monday, though the peak levels could occur as soon as today. If you reside in an area affected by the floodwaters, please be advised that these impacts will continue over the coming days, with water levels potentially rising several more inches before they begin to recede.
Once the water starts to recede, it will take several days for some roadways to become passable again. We urge residents to refrain from driving on any closed roads, as floodwaters may have caused damage to the roadways that is not immediately visible. The City will be assessing roadway conditions as the waters recede to ensure safety.
For residents in impacted areas who need assistance, please call 311 to be connected with emergency personnel. The City is providing resources including access to food, water, and evacuation assistance if necessary.
So far, Savannah police officers and firefighters have completed the evacuation of 150 people and 10 pets from areas impacted by the floodwaters. We will continue our emergency operations for as long as necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents. The City is also coordinating closely with the County to manage this unprecedented flooding event.
We will provide further updates as the situation evolves. Please stay informed and take all necessary precautions to stay safe during this time.
UPDATE (Aug. 10, 3:30 p.m.)
As of 3 p.m., the City of Savannah’s stormwater modeling indicates that street flooding in the Bradley Point and Villages of Vallambrosia area is likely to increase by up to another 12 inches before water levels begin to recede. Residents in Fords Pointe, Teal Lake, Bush Road and Rice Mill should also monitor conditions closely. Peak water levels are not anticipated to be reached until sometime on Monday or Tuesday.
It is extremely important that residents do not attempt to drive down closed roadways, as roadway conditions may be impacted by the presence of water and vehicles are also likely to become stranded in the water. Emergency resources are positioned nearby at Fire Station 12 to assist residents as needed, anyone impacted by flooding and needing assistance can call 912-925-4866. The Savannah Police and Fire Departments will be setting up an emergency outpost within Bradley Point and the American Red Cross is sending resources to the community.
Chatham County has announced the availability of a shelter for anyone impacted by the flooding, the shelter is located at Coastal Georgia Comprehensive Academy, 2001 Cynthia Street. It is still expected that Bradley Boulevard will potentially take several days for water levels to recede once the peak level is reached and will remain closed until water levels are reduced below 12 inches. City of Savannah damage assessment teams are on standby to activate to assess any damage that may be caused by this flooding event.
Roadways Impacted Near Bradley Point Subdivision Due to Ogeechee River Flooding
SAVANNAH – The City of Savannah has closed multiple roadways and anticipates closing additional roadways in the vicinity of the Bradley Point subdivision due to Ogeechee River flooding. The situation is evolving, and drivers should use extreme caution in this area until river levels recede.
CLOSED STREETS
- Dunnoman Drive- closed to thru traffic
- Grayson Ave- closed to thru traffic
- Brianna Cir- closed to thru traffic
- 204/Fort Argyle Rd- from Bryan Co line to Bush Rd
- Chief OF Love Rd
- Bush Rd- from Little Neck Rd to 204/Fort Argyle Rd (Primarily in unincorporated Chatham Co)
- Canebrake Rd- closed to thru traffic from Gateway Blvd S to Hwy 17 (primarily in unincorporated Chatham Co)
- Hwy 17- closed @ Bryan Co line at bridge across Ogeechee River (near Love’s Seafood)
- Bradley Blvd
EXPECTED FUTURE CLOSING
Chatham County and Walmart (6000 Ogeechee Road) have partnered to provide a place for those affected by flood waters to safely park vehicles. Vehicles should only be parked in the spaces indicated in the picture below.
Walmart is not responsible for lost or stolen property/items left in vehicles. Please secure all parked vehicles. No camping or sleeping in vehicles will be allowed.
WHAT: Parking for those affected by flood waters
WHEN: Now until water recedes
WHERE: Walmart 6000 Ogeechee Road, Savannah, GA 31419
DETAILS: See picture below for parking areas (highlighted area)
Jump to Flood Prone areas
Map of flood prone areas in the City of Savannah identified by crowdsourced data (yellow), City of Savannah Water Resources data (purple), and additional areas identified by computer modeling (red) as particularly prone to flooding during an extreme rainfall event such as that forecast with Tropical Storm Debby.
If you live or travel near one of these identified areas - especially the red areas - there may be an increased chance of significant flooding over the next week. This may be especially true if your home or pathway of travel is low compared to the nearby streets, surrounding structures, and/or land features.
Citizens and business owners should take appropriate actions in advance of the storm to protect life and property from potential flood waters. Appropriate actions may include placing sandbags, moving vehicles, or evacuation to a safer area.
