Madison Road Floodgate Closure at Duck Creek Due to Mechanical Malfunction
The Madison Road floodgate at Duck Creek in Cincinnati will be closed on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., blocking traffic in both directions on Madison Road. This closure is related to a mechanical malfunction identified after recent flooding.
Cincinnati, OH, July 28, 2026 —
The Madison Road floodgate, situated at Duck Creek in Cincinnati, is scheduled for a temporary closure on Tuesday. The closure is expected to commence at 9 a.m. and conclude at 3 p.m., significantly impacting traffic flow.
During this six-hour period, Madison Road will be impassable in both directions as the floodgate undergoes necessary work. The closure is a direct response to a mechanical malfunction that was identified following recent flooding events in the area.
Further details regarding the specific nature of the mechanical malfunction were not immediately available. The duration of the closure indicates an effort to address the issue thoroughly to ensure the floodgate’s proper functionality. Officials have not yet provided information on when repairs are expected to be fully completed beyond the scheduled closure time.
Residents and commuters are advised to seek alternative routes during the specified hours to avoid disruption. The precise cause and extent of the malfunction will likely be detailed in subsequent reports as assessments continue.
Story summarized from the original created by Felicia Jordan on www.wcpo.com, see more information here.
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