The rushing current from the Iowa River washed away the gravel driveway leaving the sidewalk and culvert behind.
Highway 99 collapsed where it turned south in Oakville. The hole measured approximately 50 feet in length and 12 feet deep. The Iowa State Department of Transportation filled in the gap with gravel though the road is still closed to traffic due to breaks farther south.
Water pooled in various areas and a scum was found on the water. Tadpoles grew into frogs which are found everywhere. Some residents have found snakes inside their homes upon returning.
The local tavern shows the water level from the flood. It has a "red tag" on it which indicates structural damage and may not be safe to enter.
Various locations around Oakville have tape with measurements on them.
A closeup shows the waters reached 4.70 feet high on the garage door.
The local grain elevator, Tri-Oaks, had fuels available to purchase. The fuel tanks floated out of the ground, pushing through the asphalt covering.
A resident braves the water current to survey the damage to his town.
The garage was taken for a ride nearly half a block away from its original location.
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