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Old 04-01-2008, 12:07 AM
 
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I'm considering as move to the Rockford area with my wife and two school-aged children. I really like everything I've read about Rockton, except for the current flooding. Is there a part of town that is not in the flood zone? Also, can anyone provide a good reason not to live in Rockton.

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Old 04-01-2008, 11:31 AM
 
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Rockton does not have a flood problem at all. I cant think of any areas in Rockton that flood maybe some farmland and thats about it. It does have a dam there and they take reading from there. But as far as I know no flooding problems there. Someone correct me if I am wrong on this. Rockton is a great place to live also.
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Old 04-15-2008, 07:47 AM
 
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Thanks Havasu. Do you/did you live in the area? How long is a typical winter commute into Rockford?
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Old 04-15-2008, 09:22 AM
 
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Thanks Havasu. Do you/did you live in the area? How long is a typical winter commute into Rockford?
I at one time lived in Roscoe and had friends in Rockton both places are a good place to live. The commute to Rockford is around 30 minutes during normal weather conditions and if it is snowing or icy it might be double that but very unusual they do a good job keeping the roads clear on 251 but potholes are a problem and the RED lights seem to be at every intersection.
I would rather commute to Beloit or Janesville then to Rockford. I would go to Wisconsin to buy things the sales tax was lower and roads are in better condition. Just a tip for you.
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