All of the recent rain in mid-Missouri has brought continuous problems with flooded roadways.

Here's a look at the top six areas you can expect to see under water this spring.

First, in Boone County head north on Stadium to Blackfoot Road. Residents in this area say they've seen the entire neighborhood underwater in past spring seasons. Multiple signs alert drivers to be cautious in the area, where land is low.

Another problem area is Clark Road near the Saint Charles exit off of I-70. You may remember the incident last year when a 21-year-old woman lost her life trying to rescue a motorist who traveled through a flooded street. Officials have made changes to this area, but motorists should still travel with caution.

Next we'll look at Gillespie Bridge Road where it intersects at Coats Lane. This area was closed due to flooding last week.

Another problem spot is in Auvasse where Bynum Creek often overflows onto Route E.

In Cooper County near Clifton City, the Petite Saline Creek often overflows onto Highway 135 causing trouble for motorists.

And the last troubled spot is in Cole County on Highway 50 near Murphy Ford Creek.

MoDOT is encouraging motorists to never travel on highways with standing water because even six inches of water is enough to displace a car.

Firefighters say they've already had numerous calls this spring in response to motorists on flooded roads.

Often swift water from creeks will overflow onto roadways, making the paths uncrossable.

Firefighters say a common mistake motorists make is assuming they're familiar enough with the road to cross it under flood conditions.

"They drive that road every day. They know how deep the water is that's over that. What they don't realize is that there may be significant hidden damage to that road underneath the water surface that was caused by the fast moving water," said Eric Hartman with the Columbia Fire Department.

"It was late at night, it was a familiar road. I had just gotten done writing a paper. I was coming home and was tired and it had rained before on the road and it had never been that bad. I just came around the corner and next thing I know my car is up to its headlights in water," said driver Patty Wire.

If you do find yourself on a flooded roadway remember to drive slowly. If your engine stalls, abandon the vehicle and resort to higher ground. And if your car floods, punch out a window to displace the water.