Sanford officials warn Seminole Boulevard may close as Lake Monroe water rises

Lake Monroe in Sanford reached 5.22 feet during a recent city update, marking a sharp increase from the 4.8 feet recorded on Monday. Projections indicate the lake could climb to 6.2 feet by Wednesday. This represents a rise of approximately one and a half feet from the start of the week.

City officials attribute the rising water levels to conditions along the St. Johns River. A National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration tracker shows river levels continuing to rise in the short term. These upstream movements are pushing water into the lake and threatening nearby infrastructure.

Seminole Boulevard, which runs near the lake, is currently in the path of the rising water. City officials stated they may close portions of the roadway to protect drivers and pedestrians if flooding reaches the street. As of the latest update, no road closures had been announced, but the possibility remains if conditions worsen.

Local authorities are closely monitoring the situation as floodwaters threaten roads near the lake. The city said it will continue watching water levels and will notify residents if closures become necessary. Officials emphasized that the decision to close the boulevard depends on the specific height of the water at the roadway.

The current situation requires residents near Lake Monroe to stay aware of official communications. The city has not yet issued a formal closure order, but the forecasted peak of 6.2 feet places the boulevard at risk. Drivers should check local updates before traveling on Seminole Boulevard in the coming days.