Very heavy rain fell across the Eleven Point River, Current River and Black River basins in Missouri  and Arkansas at the end of April into early. As a result major river flooding occured in Clay, Randolph and Lawrence counties into early May. The levee along the Black River east of Pocahontas failed resulting in flash flooding across parts of Randolph and Lawrence counties. A major disaster declaration was granted for Clay, Lawrence and Randolph Counties.

Flood in RANDOLPH, ARKANSAS
From 01-MAY-17 17:00:00 to 05-MAY-17 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUPPLY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 15.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rain brought the Black River at Pocahontas to a record crest that topped the April 2011 flood. The levee east of town broke in at least nine places, including one 300 yard stretch, sending water across much of Randolph County. East Pocahontas was flooded and suffered major damage. Highway 67 was flooded between Pocahontas and Walnut Ridge. Highway 67/62 between Pocahontas and Corning was flooded. Highways 166 and 304 were also closed. Highway 304 was closed for 37 days. The Current River also flooded farmland in eastern Randolph County. Numerous homes, farms, businesses and vehicles were flooded. Many roads and bridges were flooded and damaged. More than 500 people were evacuated Pocahontas. At least 50 homes were destroyed or damaged by flooding in Pocahontas. The Elnora Freewill Baptist Church was heavily damaged. The Randolph County Jail had to evacuate prisoners.

Flash Flood in LAWRENCE, ARKANSAS
From 03-MAY-17 12:00:00 to 04-MAY-17 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: (ARG)WALNUT RIDGE AR
Flood cause: Dam / Levee Break
Property damage: 2.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Black River levee east of Pocahontas suffered several breaches during the early morning hours of May 3rd. The water flowed south along the Big Running Water Creek and eventually flooded parts of Lawrence County. Highway 63 was closed between Portia and Walnut Ridge. Water flowing over the highway damaged the shoulders. Roads leading into Clover Bend were flooded and several houses in the area had water inside them.

Flood in CLAY, ARKANSAS
From 01-MAY-17 00:00:00 to 03-MAY-17 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUCCESS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

The Current River experienced a record flood upstream at Doniphan, MO in early May. The water moved downstream and caused the evacuation of Success, AR on May 1st. Highways 328 and 211 were flooded along with thousands of acres of farmland. The swiftness of the water deposited large amounts of sand and gravel across much of the farmland. Highway 67 south of Corning was flooded.

Flood in LAWRENCE, ARKANSAS
From 01-MAY-17 00:00:00 to 05-MAY-17 00:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLACK ROCK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rain brought the Black River at Black Rock to just under record levels in early May. Homes and businesses suffered minor damage from the flooding. Many road and bridges were also flooded and damaged. Thousands of acres of cropland was also flooded. The Lawrence County Dive team performed 14 rescues in the first couple days of May. They rescued people from their vehicle on County Road 514 on May 2nd. The dive team rescued two people from a home on May 3rd.

Flood in RANDOLPH, ARKANSAS
From 01-MAY-17 00:00:00 to 01-MAY-17 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SUCCESS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Major flooding occurred along the Eleven Point River. State Highway 90 closed with flooding between Dalton and Ravenden Springs. Campgrounds along the river were impacted. Many roads in Randolph County were flooded. Extensive agricultural acreage inundated.

Flash Flood in RANDOLPH, ARKANSAS
From 03-MAY-17 07:00:00 to 04-MAY-17 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: POCAHONTAS
Flood cause: Dam / Levee Break
Property damage: 3.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The levee east of Pocahontas broke in several places during the morning hours of May 3rd. Water poured south along the Big Running Water Creek across thousands of acres of farmland. Many small communities were flooded. Several water rescues occurred at the intersection of Highway 67 and Highway 90 in Shannon.