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Alerts + Notifications
Stay informed throughout the 2023 flooding season. Here’s how.
Get notified about emergencies by signing up for our Summit County Emergency Alert System. This system helps us provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, including flooding.
Be notified via text or email when non-emergency announcements are made from Summit County, including important flooding information using our Notify Me system. Visit the link below, enter your information, scroll to the "Alert Center" category, and select how you want to be notified (text or email) under the "Flooding" item.
You can also access Notify Me using the "Summit County, UT" mobile app (available on Apple and Google Play). Download today and customize your notifications using the Alert Center tool.
Summit County will be sharing flood watch + warning notifications relevant to our community from the National Weather Service right here on our website and social media accounts, linked below.
Sandbag Availability
Sandbags help reduce flooding on your property. Get yours today.
WHERE
Public Works Building
1755 S Hoytsville Road
Coalville, UT 84017
WHEN
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 5 PM
CONTACT
Austin Prescott
(435) 336-3970
aprescott@summitcounty.org
In case of emergencies or after hours, please contact the County's non-emergency dispatch number (435) 615-3600. The Public Works Department is keeping dispatch updated with locations of sand and bags. In the event of actual flooding, they will put you in contact with the appropriate area supervisor.
WHERE
Public Works Building
190 E 400 S
Kamas, UT 84036
WHEN
Monday - Friday
7 AM - 4 PM
Available 24/7 in emergency situations.
CONTACT
Trevor Clegg
(435) 503-4061
tclegg@kamascityut.gov
Contact Trevor for questions or in emergency situations, after hours & weekends.
WHERE
Public Works Building
246 North Industrial Park Rd.
Coalville, UT 84017
All materials are stored outside of the shop. If the bags that have been pre-filled and stacked on pallets are gone, there are sandbags and shovels for people to fill on their own.
WHEN
Available 24/7
CONTACT
Zane DeWeese
(435) 336-5981
zane.deweese@coalvillecity.org
In emergency situations, call (435) 336-5981 and follow the prompts to reach the emergency on-call operator.
WHERE
Oakley City Recreation Complex
East of Outdoor Arena
4300 North SR 32
Oakley, UT 84055
Bags and sand are on-site. Bring your own shovel.
WHEN
Available 24/7
CONTACT
Kendell Staples
(435) 901-1529
Text is best.
Contact Kendell for questions or in emergency situations, after hours & weekends.
WHERE
2317 Spring Hollow Rd.
Francis, UT 84036
Between the Main Office and Public Works, by the dumpster.
WHEN
Available 24/7
CONTACT
Luke Thomas
(435) 783-6236
lthomas@francisutah.org
Contact Luke for questions or in emergency situations, after hours & weekends.
WHERE
Henefer Town Hall
150 W Center St
Henefer, UT 84033
There are pre-filled sandbags available. If the bags that have been pre-filled and stacked on pallets are gone, there will be bags and shovels for people to fill on their own.
CONTACT
To arrange pick up, please call (435) 336-5365:
Tuesdays 12pm-4pm
Wednesday 8am-12pm
In case of emergencies or on weekends / after hours, please call Mayor Richins or one of the Henefer City Council Members. Their contact information can be found, HERE.
WHERE
Public Works Building
1053 Iron Horse Drive
Park City, UT 84060
WHEN
Monday - Friday
7 AM - 3:30 PM
Bags will be available for pick up beginning April 3, 2023. You are allowed up to 25 pre-filled bags. If you request more, you must fill your own bags.
CONTACT
Call our sandbag hotline at 435-615-5463 (LINE) to request sandbags. When calling, please leave your name, number, Park City (84060) address, and when you want to pick up your bags.
Property managers requesting sandbags must identify the property location where sandbags will be used at pick up.
In emergency situations or after hours, please call (435) 615-5500.
Flooding Information + Resources
Flooding in Utah is more common than you think. Educate yourself today.
Prepare for flooding before it happens.
Determine if your home, business or school is in a floodplain.
Find out by plugging in your address HERE.
Most homeowners insurance doesn't cover flood damage. Whether you are in a high risk zone or not, you may need flood insurance.
Call your insurance agent today and protect what you've built or click HERE for more information.
Do’s and Don’ts of flooding season.
Be cautious if hiking or camping near a stream or river.
If you’re planning to camp or hike near a stream or river, remember that it doesn't have to rain directly over you for there to be flooding. If you notice a slight rise in water level, seek higher ground immediately. Learn more, HERE.
Stay out of floodwaters.
Don’t walk through or swim in flood waters. It only takes 6 inches of moving water to knock you off your feet. Moreover, flood waters can contain harmful chemicals and objects that could injure you or make you sick. Learn more, HERE.