Lyon County roads impacted by weekend flash flooding
Over the Independence Day weekend Lyon County experienced rainfall that caused flash flooding throughout the county. Below is a list of roads that were impacted:
SMITH VALLEY: Upper Colony Road was impacted with mud flows. Public Works crews were able to make the road passable last night and will continue to work on clearing the road today. Artesia Road is covered in mud and crews will begin cleanup efforts today.
MASON VALLEY: East Walker Road experienced mud flows and crews will begin assessment and cleanup efforts today.
SILVERSPRINGS/STAGECOACH: Ramsey-Weeks Cutoff was significantly impacted last night but the road is open this morning. A number of surface streets have been impacted in the area and Public Works Crews are assessing damage and establishing priorities for cleanup.
Lyon County has received no reports of injuries, fatalities or building damage as a result of the flooding. Lyon County crews will be busy throughout the week cleaning roads and drainages as well as responding to flood calls as we experience more rain throughout the week. Normal road maintenance may be suspended until damaged areas are repaired.