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Departments : Emergency Management : Flood
Burleigh County Flood Mapping Application
Welcome to the Burleigh County Interactive Mapping System. This application is to help residents in flood planning along Apple Creek. Click on the "Flood Stages" button to select a flood stage to view along Apple Creek. Disclaimer: Neither Burleigh County nor any of its employees, or any Cooperators, Consultants or Subcontractors, makes any warranty, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, product, or process disclosed, or represents that its use would not infringe privately owned rights. The user of this system assumes all responsibility and risk for the use of the information and any decision made as a result of this information. The user alone is responsible for the application and interpretation of this information and is responsible for use consistent with an appropriate level of caution. This dataset is for planning purposes ONLY. Click here to utilize the application.
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Emergency Notification System Registration
The Emergency Notification System is a system used to contact residents and businesses by telephone to inform of certain events that may impact the safety of persons or protection of property. The System uses a database of geographically referenced information to allow areas of the community to be selected for telephone notification. The System uses synthesized voice and an automatic dialing system to expedite the delivery of these calls.
The Emergency Notification System is a best-effort notification and provides no guarantee that you will be notified during any system activation. Emergency Notification System Registration is intended for wireless telephones and Voice over Internet Protocol services only. The City of Bismarck and Burleigh County reserve the right to change, update, or discontinue this service, without notice. The decision to initiate a notification rests with the City of Bismarck and Burleigh County.
Click here to register.
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Sandbagging
The US Army Corps of Engineers has developed a Flood-Fight Handbook, Preparing for a Flood (2009) that includes steps to reduce flood and water damage, sandbagging for flood protection, and flood fight problems.
They also have Sandbagging Techniques pamphlet which includes procedures and safety tips on efficient bagging operations.
A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Engineer, Tim Bertschi, demonstrated the proper way to fill a sandbag and build a sandbag levee. Sandbagging Video
Sandbagging video from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Omaha District Website: Video
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Quick Guides/Facts Sheets
Asbestos: Asbestos Hazards Due to Flooding
Basements: Flooding: Excess Rain and Basements
Basements, Cleaning and Repairing: Cleaning and Repairing Flooded Basements
Basements, Drainage: Basements may Flood if Drainage is Poor
Carbon Monoxide: Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Children: Helping Children Through the Flood
Cleanup: Creating A Healthy Home, A Field Guide for Clean-up of Flooded Homes
Damage, Avoiding Groundwater to Homes: Avoiding Groundwater Damage to Homes
Damage, Furniture and Appliances: Flood-Damaged Furniture and Appliances
Damage, Steps to Reduce Flood & Water: Steps to Reduce Flood and Water Damage
Damage, Wall, Ceiling, and Floors: Flood-Damaged Walls, Ceiling and Floors
Disposal - Food, Household Waste: Disposal of Food and Other Household Waste
Disposal - Hazardous Household Waste, Electronics: Disposal of Hazardous Household Waste and Electronics
Drains: Reduce Flooding from Drains
Dry Out: Dry Out Before Rebuilding
Drying Out: Floods: Drying Out
Emotional: A Flood of Emotions
Emotional: Strengthening your emotional well being ahead of the flood
Evacuate, Farm: Preparing to Evacuate Your Farm
Evacuation Guidelines: Evacuation Guidelines
Evacuation Tips: Evacuation Tips
Farm Implements: Reconditioning Flood Farm Implements
Farm Vehicles and Equipment: Flood Farm Vehicles and Equipment
First Entry: Floods: First Entry of a Flooded Home-Precautions
Food, Frozen: Is Home-Frozen Food Safe to Use?
Food, Salvaging: Salvaging Food After a Flood
Hazardous Materials: Flooding and Hazardous Materials Do Not Mix
Health Precautions: Emergency Health Precautions for Flooded Areas
Heating Oil, Home: Home Heating Oil
Heating Systems: Restoring Heating Systems After a Flood
Livestock: Protecting Livestock During a Flood
Mold: Mold in Homes
Papers: Caring for Important Papers
Pesticides: Flooded Pesticides
Pets: Pets and Emergencies
Plan, Family Emergency: Family Emergency Plan
Repairs, Temporary Structural: How to Make Temporary Structural Repairs
Salvaging: Salvaging After Flooding
Sandbag Cleanup: Sandbag Cleanup After a Flood
Sandbagging: Sandbagging for Flood Protection
Septic Systems: Septic Systems Flooding
Stress: Manage flood-related distress by building resilience
Supply Kit, Basic Emergency: Basic Emergency Supply Kit
Sump Pump: Sump Pump Questions
Tetanus: Do I Need a Tetanus Shot?
Walls, Drying and Repairing: Drying and Repairing Walls
Water: Is My Water Safe To Drink?
Wells: Proper Well Disinfection
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Spring Rainfall, Snow Melt Can Cause Flooding
FEMA urges North Dakotans to be prepared
Release Date: February 25, 2010
Release Number: R8-10-005
As spring approaches, North Dakota communities are once again preparing for the possibility of flooding. FEMA Recovery and Mitigation experts have several recommendations to help people get ready for flood waters.
First and foremost on the list is to get flood insurance. In North Dakota, the average cost of flood insurance is about $460 a year. Since 1978, state residents have collected almost $150 million in insurance reimbursements.
It's the first thing to do because there is a 30-day waiting period before a policy can take effect. If the waters are rising, it may be too late to file a flood insurance claim.
Other steps you can take to protect your family and your property include:
- Make sure downspouts carry water several feet from your house to a well-drained area. - About 2,500 gallons of water will come from a 1,000 square foot roof with one foot of snow depth across the roof. This much water may cause problems if allowed to drain next to the house.
- Move snow on the ground away from the house. Water from the snow may cause a wet basement if allowed to run down along the basement wall. If the ground is sloped 1 inch per foot near the house, moving the snow just 3-5 feet from the house will reduce problems.
- Examine and clean your sump pump, if you have one. Test your sump pump by pouring water into the pit. Make sure the discharge hose carries the water several feet away from the house to a well-drained area. Also make sure that the pipe is on sloped ground so it drains to prevent it from freezing.
- Remove snow from around rural yards to minimize soft, wet soil conditions. Remember that a 20-foot diameter 10-foot high pile of snow contains about 2,600 gallons of water. Move the snow to well-drained areas.
- Anchor any fuel tanks. An unanchored tank in your basement can be torn free by floodwaters and the broken supply line can contaminate your basement. An unanchored tank outside can be swept downstream, where it can damage other houses.
- Have a licensed electrician raise electric components (switches, sockets, circuit breakers and wiring) at least 12" above your home's projected flood elevation.
- Place the furnace and water heater on masonry blocks or concrete at least 12" above the projected flood elevation.
- If your washer and dryer are in the basement, elevate them on masonry or pressure-treated lumber at least 12" above the projected flood elevation.
- Plan and practice a flood evacuation route with your family.
- Ask an out-of-state relative or friend to be the "family contact" in case your family is separated during a flood. Make sure everyone in your family knows the name, address, and phone number of this contact person.
Call 1-888-379-9531 (TTY: 800-427-5593) or visit www.floodsmart.gov to learn more about potential flood risks, flood insurance and how to prepare for floods.
(Source: FEMA)
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After the Flood
Structural or utility questions? Contact Bismarck Inspections: 355-1465
Environmental questions such as mold, septic systems, private wells? ND Environmental Health Division: 328-5188
Tetanus
If you are not current with a tetanus immunization (within the last ten years) and experiencing any cuts and wounds, see your local physician or local Public Health Unit. Bismarck/Burleigh Public Health: 355-1540
American Red Cross Cleanup Kits available by contacting 223-6700
Clean-up kit contains:
Mop
Broom
Bucket
Sponge
Garbage bags
Latex gloves
Scrub brush
Bleach
Hard surface cleaner/degreaser
After the Flood Links:
ND Department of Emergency Services: After the Flood
ND Department of Health: Flood Cleanup
NDSU Extension Service: After the Flood
FEMA: After a flood
Environmental Protection Agency: Flooding
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention: Floods
American Red Cross: Floods
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Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States. Flood effects can be local, impacting a neighborhood or community, or very large, affecting entire river basins and multiple states.
However, all floods are not alike. Some floods develop slowly, sometimes over a period of days. But flash floods can develop quickly, sometimes in just a few minutes and without any visible signs of rain. Flash floods often have a dangerous wall of roaring water that carries rocks, mud, and other debris and can sweep away most things in its path. Overland flooding occurs outside a defined river or stream, such as when a levee is breached, but still can be destructive. Flooding can also occur when a dam breaks, producing effects similar to flash floods.
Be aware of flood hazards no matter where you live, but especially if you live in a low-lying area, near water or downstream from a dam. Even very small streams, gullies, creeks, culverts, dry streambeds, or low-lying ground that appear harmless in dry weather can flood. Every state is at risk from this hazard. (Source: FEMA)
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National Flood Insurance Program
Since standard homeowners insurance doesn't cover flooding, it's important to have protection from the floods associated with hurricanes, tropical storms, heavy rains and other conditions that impact the U.S.
In 1968, Congress created the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to help provide a means for property owners to financially protect themselves. The NFIP offers flood insurance to homeowners, renters, and business owners if their community participates in the NFIP. Participating communities agree to adopt and enforce ordinances that meet or exceed FEMA requirements to reduce the risk of flooding.
Find out more about the NFIP and how it can help you protect yourself by going to their website: NFIP
You can also determine your risk by going to floodsmart.gov
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2009 Pictures and Video
Apple Creek Pictures
Burleigh County Sheriff's Department Dive/Rescue Team Supports Missouri River Demolition
Video
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