Flood information
Flood updates 2019
3/22/2019 As the Fox River has continued to rise, we are nearing 11'. Data is collected through Wisconsin Emergency Management and the WIDOT. As previously provided filled sandbags are available as well as bulk sand and bags. Information provided at this time provide the river should crest soon, however variation occurs when water is released which flows into the River.
Residents who need assistance can call 211 and leave a message. This service is through Green Lake County.
3/20/2019 The Fox River in Princeton has risen nearly 2' since Sunday. Current level is at 10.25. This rise in water level is primarily attributed to the release of water from area lakes and marshes starting to unthaw. The National Weather Service indicated this a.m. that the Fox River in Princeton is set to crest at 10.5 Friday a.m. (3/22). Filled sandbags are available as well as bulk sand & empty bags behind the public works garage at 438 W. Main Street.
3/15/2019 If you water damaged items, please contact city hall at 295-6612 for disposal details on large items, there is a dumpster available. Small items can be placed in your weekly garbage cart. Items such as electronics can be disposed of during our Electronic Recycling Event on May 13, 2019 (details on the e-cycle event will be made available on this home page by the end of March).
3/15/2019 Current water level at the gauging station is just below 9'. Sand and sand bags are available to be filled if needed. On Sunday 3-17, Emergency personnel will be filling sandbags, anyone wishing to assist can be at the City Garage between 11-2. Sandbags will also be filled on Tuesday 3-19 at the City Garage between 12-3 with the assistance of the Princeton School students. Residents will be able to obtain sandbags. Volunteers should wear gloves and bring shovels.
If you do not live in the City Limits, you should contact your Town or Village representatives for the location of sandbags or the disposal of water damaged items.
3/12/2019 The Fox River is again reaching flood stages. It is anticipated that by Monday 3/18 the River will be at a level of 9.8 which is close to the level of the Fox River on Labor Day 2018, the start of the fall flood. Bulk sand has been delivered to the same area as was available last fall and sand bags are available to be filled. City Residents can fill bags as needed. Due to the frost and river being frozen, the flooding may affect different areas than it did last fall.
FALL 2018
As the state continues to dry out and clean up from the severe storms a few weeks ago, Governor Scott Walker announced today that two state agencies are launching new assistance programs to help homeowners and small businesses recover. The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) is creating a new $2 million Flood Relief Loan program that will provide no-interest loans of up to $10,000 for repairing homes damaged by flooding. These loans will help homeowners pay for repairs not covered by insurance or federal funds. The funds can be used to replace heating, electrical or plumbing systems as well as to fix foundations and other structural elements. Homeowners interested in applying for a WHEDA Flood Relief Loan can call 1-800-562-5546. The second assistance effort is a microloan program aimed at small businesses. Offered by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), the $2 million Disaster Recovery Microloan Program will provide funds for necessary restoration work and related expenses. These microloans of up to $15,000 will provide a short-term source of funds for repair work and operating expenses until more long-term recovery funding can be secured. For more information about the microloan program, visit wedc.org/disasterrecovery. In addition to these state programs, the Governor has asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) conduct a Preliminary Damage Assessment in Wisconsin beginning September 24, 2018 for flood and tornado damage to homes, businesses and public infrastructure. This information will be used as part of the request for a federal disaster declaration. Finally, any homeowners or businesses that sustained storm and flood damage are asked to report it to 2-1-1 or contact their county emergency management by the end of the day today.
UPDATE 9/13/2018 notification from County Health Department: Folks should call 211 to report damage or go to www.211now.org and complete the flood report form. It is one page, very simple and it will get the info to WI Emergency Management. See original message of 9/10/2018 and Sheriff Department letter below. Even if you don't have all the damage information compiled, it is important to have the initial notification filed.
UPDATE 9/12/2018: Bypass at the Main Lift Station is continuing and auxiliary pumps on Hwy 23 are still in place, keeping Hwy 23 open for travel. Residents should continue to utilize the 211 system for questions or to report situations or damages. If a Disaster Declaration is received, it will be county-wide, thus the reason for having all claims and accounts in one central location. As always, specific questions can be directed to your local officials. Additional sandbags were obtained today as needed.
UPDATE 9/10/2018: River is said to crest within the next 24 hours. As provided on 9/6/2018 the Emergency 211 System is in place for residents or business owners to contact should there be any questions regarding flood waters and their effects. This is also the site to report damages on-line. Dial #211 or #1-800-924-5514 or visit www.211now.org. This reporting line is for ALL COUNTY RESIDENTS.