MADISON, Wis. -- State officials say the flooding situation at the Pardeeville dam has stabilized.

READ: Get Information On Area Road Closures | SLIDESHOW: See Photos Of Wisconsin Ducks Rescuing Stranded Residents

Columbia County emergency authorities said Saturday evening the water level in Park Lake has begun receding, and the chance of dam failure has diminished.

The earlier order for mandatory evacuation has been cancelled.

On Saturday, Wisconsin Emergency Management had said the dam was partially breaching, and authorities began the process of evacuating all affected homes.

Emergency Management officials say they're not sure how many homes were threatened or how many people were evacuated.

Authorities had said earlier the dam itself was holding but water was spilling out.

A county official pegged preliminary damage estimates at more than $21 million.

Motorists traveling throughout the state Saturday -- especially between Milwaukee and Madison -- are still experiencing delays and closures due to flooded roadways. (For a list of road information, click here)

But some roadways were starting to reopen because conditions are improving.

The Wisconsin Emergency Management Office said Saturday that Interstate 39/90 southbound from Highway 82 and Highway 16 is now open. Interstate 90/94 eastbound is also now open from Wisconsin 82 and US 12 at Lake Delton. But it's still closed going westbound from US 12 to Highway 151.

There are still plenty of closures out there -- including Interstate 94 westbound from Milwaukee. That is closed Saturday at Wisconsin 83 in Delafield.

Authorities warned that the changes will cause heavier traffic volumes along the Beltline in Madison.

President George W. Bush is approving a federal disaster declaration for five Wisconsin counties affected by the past week's floods and tornadoes. The five counties declared federal disasters on Saturday are Columbia, Crawford, Vernon, Sauk and Milwaukee.

Wisconsin Emergency Management spokeswoman Lori Getter said more counties will be added.

Gov. Jim Doyle was doing flyovers of affected counties with Federal Emergency Management Agency administrator David Paulison on Saturday. Read more here.

Doyle said that people with private wells should be cautious after this week's flooding. Doyle said no municipal drinking water systems have been contaminated so far.

But he said people with private wells should assume they have been contaminated if the well casing was submerged or flood waters surrounded the well. He also said people should watch for a change in the water's taste or odor. Doyle said people should use bottled water for drinking and cooking until their wells have tested safe.

Three state parks and two state trails have been closed Friday following flooding.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources said Devil's Lake State Park in Sauk County, Rocky Arbor State Park in Juneau and Sauk counties and Wildcat Mountain State Park in Vernon County are closed.

It also has closed the Elroy-Sparta State Trail and the 400 State Trail between Elroy and Reedsburg.

The DNR said other trails in southern Wisconsin are open but hikers should use caution because of the wet conditions. The DNR said updated reports will be posted on its Web site: www.wiparks.net.

Jefferson County

In Jefferson County, bridges connecting the two sides of the city of Jefferson over the Crawfish River are both closed, and residents are unable to go from one side to the other.

The Wisconsin Drive Bridge over the Crawford River in the city of Jefferson has been closed. Officials said they are concerned that high water might have compromised the structural integrity of the bridge.

A retaining wall broke in Jefferson, causing flooding at the Tyson Plant, which is located in the middle of the community. Until the water recedes, about 500 workers are laid off.

Fond Du Lac County

The county Emergency Operation Centeris activated and located at the city police department.

Fond du Lac County officials said that residents in the area are reporting that alleged Federal Emergency Management agents have been asking to inspect their homes.

FEMA said there are no teams in the Fond du Lac area on Saturday. Officials said that FEMA inspection teams carry photo ID and that residents should always ask to see this ID. (Read more here)

Officials are also asking residents to conserve water. They say the sewer system is working at full capacity but said the water is still safe to drink.

A rising Fond du Lac River forced hundreds of people from their homes in Fond du Lac Thursday night. Fond du Lac County Executive Allen Buechel said that 300 to 500 people were being sheltered at the high school and county fairgrounds.

Rock County

In Rock County, officials have shut down several bridges because of high water.

The Center Street Bridge in Janesville closed around 7 p.m. Friday, and the Wood Family Bridge in Beloit has closed.

Beloit's EOC requested that this foot bridge be closed as a preventative measure, saying that if any pedestrian needed help, a rescue would be "nearly ineffective."

The Fifth Street Railroad Bridge in Beloit has also been closed as a precautionary measure.

At about 8 a.m. Friday, deputies from the Rock County Sheriff's office began making notification to residents whose homes are in low-lying areas along the Rock River. The notification recommends that these residents consider evacuating the area. Information was provided to these citizens regarding local shelter opportunities and the availability of sandbags. There is also information regarding items that should be taken during an evacuation and contact numbers are provided for utility companies should citizens need assistance in shutting off their utilities prior to evacuation.

For more information and to find staging areas for free sandbags and sand, visit the Rock County Web site.

Iowa County

In Iowa County, hundreds of people left their homes in the Village of Avoca because after Thursday night's flooding.

Chief Deputy Jon Pepper, of the Iowa County Sheriff's Department, said that people in the village were encouraged to leave home and go to one of two shelters. (Read more here)

Numerous roads remain closed due to high water and/or wash outs and damage. Some residents in the village had to be evacuated by boats.

The village is along the Wisconsin River and also has other creeks and streams in the area that are contributing to the flooding problems with the continuing rain.

Pepper estimated that about half of the village's population of just under 700 people is affected.

Sauk County

Thursday's storms produced flooding of historic proportions that wreaked havoc on the city of Baraboo.

Area residents were left reeling by the vast amounts of water and now have to pick up the pieces as the floodwaters subside. Residents and emergency management officials in Sauk County were starting to move toward a recovery effort, WISC-TV reported.

The flooding situation was so dangerous that the amphibious Original Wisconsin Ducks had to get involved to rescue some residents.

Some residents on Water Street in Baraboo said Friday that they're happy to see water receding from what it was the previous night. Most of the area was evacuated as well as parts further south of Baraboo on Highway 113, where the Ducks got involved. (Read more here)

Sauk County officials had requested 50 cots, blankets and pillows to support an emergency center opening in Sauk City. Shelters open in Sauk County include; Pine View in Reedsburg, Holy Family, Lavalle, Spring Green Middle School, Sauk Prairie High School, Courthouse Annex.

Marquette County

Flooding conditions still exist Saturday in the city of Montello and in parts of Marquette County. City and county officials are continuing to monitor conditions and sandbagging efforts are continuing.

Authorities said that travel is not advised through Marquette County. There are a number of roads and bridges that are closed.

All dams in Marquette County are stable and have high water levels. They are all being closely monitored.

The city of Montello was still under a voluntary evacuation Saturday as a precaution. Those residents that need assistance for shelter needs should contact the non-emergency number of the Sheriff's Department at 608-297-2115.

The latest reports on Saturday estimate the Fox River levels to rise between 1 foot and 2 feet within the next few days, which will create moderate flooding in the city of Montello and surrounding low-lying areas. Residents are advised to continue sandbagging efforts to mitigate the effects to their properties for these water estimate rise levels. Sandbags are available at the Montello City Hall.

Find more information on flooding at the county's Web site.

Grant County

Emergency officials said that a major flash flooding event occurred in Grant County, causing substantial damage in central Grant County, including Lancaster, Potosi, Tennyson, Ellenboro, Stitzer, Livingston, and Beetown as well as the surrounding rural areas.

A state of emergency declaration continues for Grant County.

Fire department and technical rescue personnel responded rescued numerous people trapped in cars that were washed away in rural Potosi, Ellenboro and Beetown, and authorities helped rescue of people from homes that were surrounded by water.

The villages of Potosi and Tennyson reported major damages. Several homes on Hippie Hollow Road in Potosi Township were destroyed by flooding. Numerous farm buildings were destroyed in the Potosi area due to wind/storm damage. One residence between Union and Livingston was reported destroyed by a tornado along with numerous outbuildings. Many homes throughout the rural areas of central Grant County have reported major damage. Homes in Lancaster, Livingston, Platteville, Potosi, and Tennyson also reported major damages.

The Village of Potosi and the City of Lancaster have opened emergency operations centers and are assessing damages. The Potosi EOC is located at the Potosi Fire Station. The Lancaster EOC is located at the Lancaster Fire Station, which can be reached by calling 608-723-2357. Residents who experienced damages are asked to contact the Grant County Emergency Management Office at 608-723-7171.

Elsewhere, the city of Waupun began voluntary evacuations Thursday, and about 60 families were being evacuated. The Salvation Army is setting up a reception center at the Waupun High School at 801 East Lincoln Street in Waupun.

In an effort to move the high water through the down town area, the city of Beaver Dam continues sand bagging and pumping operations. Water in the city of Waupun continues to recede as Waupun Fire Department pumps the water from flooded areas. Officials said that all dam structures within Dodge County are in good structural condition and continue to be monitored.

In Oshkosh, about 75 percent of the city has been affected in some way by flooding. Authorities said they were battling structure fires Friday and conducting fire rescues along some apartment buildings being evacuated. About 40 people are being transported and relocated at the Oshkosh Convention Center.

In Crawford County, Gays Mills and Soldier's Grove were already flooded this week. The county received even more rain Thursday, and in Soldier's Grove two severely damaged utility poles threatened to cut power to the village.

Gays Mills officials are planning to discuss moving the city to higher ground after two massive floods in less than a year. Last year, flash floods in August sent the Kickapoo River rushing into town. The same scenario played out again last weekend with storms. Village officials said they plan to meet Tuesday night to map out their options.

Richland County

Richland County Emergency Management Director, Darin Gudgeon, said that the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) would be officially closing Saturday at 5 p,m. The Richland County Emergency Management Office will reopen Monday, June 16th, and will be returning to normal business hours 8:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Flood victims in the Viola area can obtain clean up kits, supplies, and request volunteer assistance at the Viola Fire Station.

Buena Vista and Lone Rock flood victims can obtain clean up kits, supplies, and request volunteer assistance at the Lone Rock Fire Station. Pre-filled sand bags are also available at the Lone Rock Utilities Office.

A Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Disaster Assessment Team met with Richland County Officials Saturday to assess damages in the Lone Rock area.

The Emergency Operations Center continued tabulating and reviewing damage assessment data Saturday. Clean up efforts continue in the communities of Viola, Buena Vista, Lone Rock, Rockbridge, and Yuba. Flood victims are encouraged to continue submitting damage assessment forms or call into the Flood Hotline at 608-647-8187.

Flooding Hampers Area Motorists

The heavy rains and extensive flooding wreaked havoc on area roads and highways, and those traveling in Wisconsin this weekend are dealing with plenty of flood-related detours.

Dozens of state and federal highways have some sections closed because of flooding, and that includes several parts of the interstate system. (For a list of road information, click here)

The Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation Web site has up-to-date maps and information on road closures for Interstate and major state highways.

REQUESTS FOR ROUTE ASSISTANCE: Motorists seeking routes around closed areas should call 1-800-375-7302. This will be answered by a live person. There is also a recorded message at 1-800-ROAD-WIS (762-3947).

More information about flooding and road closures is also available at the Wisconsin Emergency Management Web site, and information on the current storm situation can be found here.

Interstate Highways

DOT on Saturday announced the following changes affecting the Interstate highways. Travelers are urged to follow official detours and not find their own routes due to many locations where roads are affected by flooding. There are reports of traffic back-ups in many locations due to the normal volume of weekend travelers now having to drive on these detoured routes.

New information:

I-39 southbound is now OPEN between WIS 82 and WIS 16. This allows access to US 51 through Portage to the south.

I-39 northbound is OPEN beginning at US 51 in Portage.

I-90/94 eastbound is now OPEN between WIS 82 and US 12 at Lake Delton. Eastbound I-90/94 traffic will be diverted to US 12 to go toward Madison.

I-94 westbound from Milwaukee is now still closed at WIS 83 at Delafield. The detour is south on WIS 83 to I-43 to I-39/90 at Beloit.

I-39/90/94 northbound/westbound traffic at Madison heading north and west on I-90/94 is being directed to use US 12/18 west (Beltline) in Madison to US 12.

I-39/90/94 northbound/westbound traffic at Madison heading northeast is being directed to use US 151 north.

I-39 southbound is now OPEN from Wis 82 to Wis 16. Traffic can take Wis 16 to US 51 to Madison.

I-90/94 westbound closed from US 151 to US 12 by Lake Delton

NOTE: These changes will cause heavier traffic volumes both ways on the Beltline (US 12/18) in Madison.

Motorists traveling between the Twin Cities and Chicago should use I-94 to WIS 29 to I-43 to I-94. Motorists wanting to travel to the Northwoods from Chicago should use I-94 to I-43 to WIS 29 to I-39.

Other Roadways

Traffic on US 12 south of Baraboo, has been cleared after a crash blocked traffic earlier Saturday on 12.

Lafayette County: Lafayette County officials report that ALL roads over the Pecatonica River in Lafayette County are OPEN.

Volunteers/Donations

To volunteer or to donate items, individuals should call 211.

Monetary donations can be made to:

Red Cross 1-800-RED CROSS

Salvation Army 1-800-264-6412
11315 W. Watertown Plank Rd.
Wauwatosa, WI 53226

WI Voluntary Organization Active in Disasters
c/o Wisconsin Council of Churches
750 Windsor St., Suite 301
Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Madison Offers Sandbags For Residents

The city of Madison has established several locations providing sand and bags for residents. The bags will be available at all hours. Residents are advised to bring a shovel to fill the bags as they're not pre-filled.

The locations are:

Engineering at 1600 Emil St.
Streets East, on Sycamore Ave
Olin Park Parking Lot
Tenney Park Beach Parking Lot
Spring Harbor School Parking Lot
Esther Park Beach Parking Lot
Warner Park Beach Parking Lot

Click on the following links to receive e-mail or cell phone alerts for severe weather or school closing information.

For the latest weather information, visit Channel 3000's Weather section.

Stay tuned to WISC-TV and Channel 3000 for continuing coverage.