Dawes County Highway Superintendent Wade Yada is warning drivers on unpaved county roads to be prepared for the possibility of flooding or washed out sections.

Yada said Thursday afternoon that Mansfield Road was currently closed between Raben Road and Old Highway 20 due to flooding. He advised drivers to avoid driving through flooded areas of roads, as it is impossible to know if there is surface or subsurface damage. 

Yada also said that unmarked flooding and washouts can occur.

Yada said that the recent rains and the threat of more to come have made the roads more susceptible to flooding. He urged drivers to use caution and to be aware of the potential hazards when driving on unpaved roads.

By KALIN KROHE Panhandle PostDawes County Highway Superintendent Wade Yada is warning drivers on unpaved county roads to be prepared for the possibility of flooding or washed out sections.Yada said Thursday afternoon that Mansfield Road was currently closed between Raben Road and Old Highway 20 due to flooding. He advised drivers to avoid driving through flooded areas of roads, as it is impossible to know if there is surface or subsurface damage. Yada also said that unmarked flooding and washouts can occur.Yada said that the recent rains and the threat of more to come have made the roads more susceptible to flooding. He urged drivers to use caution and to be aware of the potential hazards when driving on unpaved roads.

Dawes Co. Highway Superintendent warns of flooding on unpaved roads