Steuben County: Birdseye Hollow Park Temporarily Closed Due to Storm Damage

From Steuben Co Spokesman Eddie Van Stine:

CR 96 Birdseye Hollow Road, in Bradford, NY - Steuben County Public Works Commissioner Eric Rose has announced the temporary closure of Birdseye Hollow Park following significant damage caused by recent severe storms. The closure is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice.

Commissioner Rose issued the following statement:

“Recent storms caused serious damage at Birdseye Hollow Park, creating unsafe conditions. We’re working quickly to assess and repair the area, and we appreciate everyone’s patience.”

Residents and visitors are urged to avoid the park while crews clear debris and make necessary repairs.

 

10:00 a.m.  State of Emergency UPDATE– Travel Advisory

From Steuben Co Emergency Services:  Steuben County continues to clean up from the overnight rains.  A State of Emergency has been declared for the towns of Canisteo, Cameron, Bath, Urbana, Pulteney, and Wayne due to excessive rainfall and multiple road washouts. 

Steuben County Manger, Jack Wheeler has lifted the emergency travel advisory as of this morning, however motorists are urged to use caution while traveling throughout the affected area today. A travel advisory will remain in effect. Wheeler said, “Pay attention to road closures and road conditions do not drive around closed signs.  Watch for emergency personnel in the roadway.”  Steuben County first responders and highway crews will be out working in multiple areas, slow down and use caution around constructions sites.  The following roadways are currently closed or damaged:

•        State Route 54-A from Hammondsport Village to Boyd Hill (Follow Detour A)

•        State Route 415 bridge between Selleck and Quinn Road is closed, alternate route I-86

•        CR12 – Town of Thurston end is Closed from CR333 to Star Road. 

•        CR21 – Hedgesville – Multiple spots of shoulder damage

•        CR119 – From McMaster Road to CR 27

•        CR16 – From Aulls Bradford to Quinn in Bath.

•        CR113 - From Ovenshier to  Faucett

•        CR10 - CR15, CR 89, CR87– Open but multiple shoulder erosion and debris (use caution)

•        CR11 – Multiple plugged culverts and shoulder erosion and debris (use caution)

•        East Lake Road Town of Wayne from East Lake Road Ext. to Corning Landing.

If your basement is flooded, be aware of the risk of electrocution. Do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if you are standing in water. Turn off the electricity to prevent electric shock if it is safe to do so. Avoid wading in floodwaters, which can be contaminated and contain dangerous debris and bacteria.  

Call 911 ONLY for Emergencies.  Report downed wires to your local utility.

Turn around, don’t drown!

 

ALLARD: NO BOATING ON WANETA OR LAMOKA LAKES

Due to the recent storms containing heavy and concentrated rains, and the subsequent rise in lake level, a potential for damage to property exists on the shoreline of Waneta and Lamoka Lakes.  Due to floating and submerged debris a potential danger to safety also exists on Waneta and Lamoka Lakes.  Schuyler County Sheriff Kevin Rumsey and Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard are advising a complete cessation of boating traffic on Waneta and Lamoka Lakes until the lake level is receded to protect both property and life.

            Thank you for your cooperation.

 

1am Tues June 10 State of Emergency UPDATE– Travel Advisory For Several Steuben County Towns

Steuben County has declared a State of Emergency for the towns of Canisteo, Cameron, Bath, Urbana, Pulteney, and Wayne due to excessive rainfall and multiple road closures. The storms that affected the area have moved to the east and the flood threat has reduced. However, travel in the affected areas will still be difficult and it is recommended to limit travel overnight.

Steuben County Manger, Jack Wheeler is lifting the emergency travel advisory at sunrise, however, motorists are urged to use caution tomorrow while traveling. A travel advisory will remain in effect. Pay attention to road closures and road conditions and watch for emergency personnel in the roadway. First responders and highway crews have been actively responding to multiple calls. The following roadways have been affected by overnight flooding Some of these roadways will remain closed while others will have limited access. SR54, SR 54-A, CR10, CR14, CR15, CR16, CR119, CR89, CR113. Also, many town roads in these areas are also affected. Stay away from these areas to allow road crews and emergency workers to clear debris.

If your basement is flooded, be aware of the risk of electrocution. Do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if you are standing in water. Turn off the electricity to prevent electric shock if it is safe to do so. Avoid wading in floodwaters, which can be contaminated and contain dangerous debris and bacteria.

Call 911 ONLY for Emergencies. Report downed wires to your local utility.

Turn around, don’t drown!

 

Flood Warning For Cohocton River 

From Ready Steuben:  The National Weather Service in Binghamton NY has issued a flood warning for the Cohocton River near Campbell.  Minor flooding is forecast.  WHEN:  Until late this afternoon.  IMPACTS: At 10 feet, minor flooding starts.  FLood waters exit the river channel near the Campbell-Savona schools and begin to inundate fields and low spots, along the Campbell-Savona Road.  ADDITIONAL DETAILS: At 12am Tuesday, the stage was 9.3 feet.  FORECAST.  The river is expected to rise just above the flood stage.  It will then fall below flood stage later this morning.  Additional rises are possible thereafter.  Flood stage is at 10 feet.