Flooding in Maricopa Due to Remnants of Hurricane Priscilla
Updated October 12, 2025 at 10:35 a.m. As the rain has stopped, some floodwaters around Maricopa are beginning to recede. Officials are advising drivers to remain cautious, as more rain is anticipated later today.
The North Low Waterway intersection in Rancho El Dorado is back open, and Bolin Road, east of White and Parker, is accessible. However, Honeycutt Road, to the east of Porter Road, is still partially flooded but passable. Meanwhile, the south low waterway of Rancho El Dorado continues to be closed.
The flash flood warning has been extended until 12:45 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.
Original story October 12, 2025 9:03 a.m. The tropical moisture that was projected has arrived, leading to significant flooding in parts of Maricopa.
A flash flood warning is currently effective until 10:15 a.m., and a flood watch will persist for the rest of the day as thunderstorms are expected until about 1 p.m., based on the updates from the National Weather Service.
City staff and emergency responders have been monitoring the swiftly moving water this morning, administering road closures throughout the city.
As of 8 a.m., the Arizona Department of Transportation had closed State Route 238 at White Road, while the City of Maricopa reported that Bolin Road was closed between White and Parker Road as well as Anthony Boulevard (Rancho Mirage).
By 8:25 a.m., all intersections in Rancho El Dorado were closed, with authorities cautioning motorists against entering, even if the gates looked open, as floodwaters could rise and speed up unexpectedly. The rain had stopped by around 9 a.m., but shortly after, Honeycutt Road near Province became flooded.
According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, officers responded to a vehicle trapped in floodwaters near milepost 26 on SR 238, with another vehicle also stuck in deep water on Bedford Drive in Rancho El Dorado.
Sandbags are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the City of Maricopa Public Works facility, located at 45755 W. Edison Road. Residents are kindly asked to take only what they need.
This flooding comes after several days of warnings from both the Pinal County Flood Control District and the National Weather Service, encouraging residents to prepare for an excessive amount of rain as remnants of Hurricane Priscilla swept into Arizona. Forecasters anticipated between 1 to 1.5 inches of rain for Pinal County, with possibly more in some localized areas.
The county advised residents living in flood-prone areas outside of Maricopa to clear debris from drains and keep emergency supplies readily available. Free sandbags were distributed starting Friday at the county maintenance yard in Hidden Valley.
Officials have also reminded motorists about Arizona’s “Unwise Motorists Act,” which allows the state to recover rescue costs from individuals who drive onto flooded roads while attempting to evade barricades.
