FM 2214 CLOSED AT SOUTHERN LAKE LEON Flooding in the Eastland area is resulting in high water over FM 2214 at Lake Leon

July 9, 2015

EASTLAND – Recent torrential rain has spurred another rise in Lake Leon water levels. Due to high water on the roadway, TxDOT is closing FM 2214 over the southern portion of Lake Leon.

Motorists traveling in the area should seek an alternate route until the water recedes and the roadway can become passable again. TxDOT will continue to monitor the situation closely.

Travel is discouraged in areas that have experienced flooding. Motorists are encouraged to follow these safety tips:

• If water is covering a road, don’t try to cross. As little as six inches of water can float some vehicles.
• It is illegal to remove barricades blocking lower water crossings. Penalties can range from $200 to $1,000 and/or two years in jail.
• Never try to walk, swim or drive through swift water.
• If your vehicle stalls in deep water, leave it and move to higher ground if you can do so safely.
• Turn around; don’t drown.

Drivers can find updates on roadway conditions and closures at www.drivetexas.org or by calling 1 (800) 452-9292. Updates can also be found on social media at www.twitter.com/bwd and www.facebook.com/txdot. 

For media inquiries, contact Chelsea Humphrey at Chelsea.humphrey@txdot.gov or (325) 643-0413.