Flood — Clark, Idaho

2012-03-10 to 2012-03-18 · near Dubois, Clark, Idaho

Event narrative

Localized flooding occurred in Dubois from March 10th through the 17th caused by melting snow on frozen ground as well as ice jams in Beavercreek. Local flooding of streets occurred as well as some water in basements but substantial property damage was avoided.

Wider weather episode

Warm temperatures along with extensive rain and snowfall and frozen ground led to an extended period of sheet flooding. The most extensive occurred in Bellevue in Blaine County and in Fremont County. Much of the damage was due to flooding of local and County Roads in Fremont and Blaine Counties. A Disaster Declaration was declared in Fremont County on March 15th. The city of Bellevue in Blaine County also had a city declaration of emergency due to the sheet flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 372627. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.