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Flooding services and information in King County, WA

Sandbag distribution information for King County

King County partners with local jurisdictions and one community group to provide sandbag materials to the public free of charge. Property owners are responsible for removing sandbag installations in compliance with their local jurisdiction's regulations. Sandbag distribution information is also recorded on the King County Flood Warning Information Line: 206-296-8200 or 800-945-9263

Frequently asked questions

Flood Fighting: How to Use Sandbags (U.S.Army Corps of Engineers external link)

The table below only lists jurisdictions or entities that have entered into an agreement of support with King County. Other distribution sites may be available; please contact your local jurisdiction for more information.

Sandbag Distribution Locations: Available to all King County Residents

Jurisdiction Basin Distribution Locations Hours of Operation Additional Information
Auburn Green Currently unavailable

Information will be posted when the site is scheduled to open.

Questions can be directed to City of Auburn Emergency Management at 253-876-1925 or by e-mail at: emergencyprep@auburnwa.gov

Carnation Snoqualmie Currently unavailable Information will be posted when the site is scheduled to open.
Duvall Snoqualmie Sandbags and sand are available from 7:00am-3:30pm
Fall City Snoqualmie Currently only available by request Operated by the Fall City Community Association at 425-441-9150
Kent Green

Sandbags and sand available weekdays from 8:00am-4:00pm
Maple Valley Cedar Currently unavailable Information will be posted when the site is scheduled to open.
North Bend Snoqualmie Sandbags and sand available weekdays from 8:00am-4:30pm Self-service operation, shovels available. Check in with the office befiore bagging. Sandbags also available after hours when the Emergency Operations Center is open due to flooding.
Pacific White Currently unavailable Information will be posted when the site is scheduled to open.
Seattle Green and Lake Washington/Cedar/Sammamish Currently available 24/7 at all locations, limited supplies.
Snoqualmie Snoqualmie Currently only available by request Call Snoqualmie Public Works for an appointment to pick up sand and sandbags 425-831-4919.
Tukwila Green

Sandbags and sand available by request

To request sand and sandbags, contact Tukwila Public Works at 206-433-1861 or 206-571-4239

About King County's Sandbag Program
On March 9, 2009, the King County Council passed Ordinance 16379, which directed the Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) of King County's Department of Natural Resources and Parks to identify locations for the stockpiling and distribution of sand and sandbags. These materials are to be provided to the public free of charge during flood events. Funding for the sandbag program is provided by the King County Flood Control District with support from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

About King County's Sandbag Program On March 9, 2009, the King County Council passed Ordinance 16379, which directed the Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) of King County's Department of Natural Resources and Parks to identify locations for the stockpiling and distribution of sand and sandbags. These materials are to be provided to the public free of charge during flood events. Funding for the sandbag program is provided by the King County Flood Control District with support from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

King County determined an efficient way to provide sandbags to the public during a flood event is to partner with local towns and cities that already offer sandbags to their residents. Per the terms of the partnership, participating cities must make supplies available to the residents of unincorporated King County in addition to the citizens residing within their jurisdictional boundaries. Local jurisdictions or community groups oversee sandbag distribution, and WLRD coordinates the delivery of materials.

The Flood Warning Center will provide detailed information to the public regarding sandbag availability. The information will be disseminated through methods including calls to the Flood Warning Center, the flood warning voice messaging system, website postings, and press releases.

Sandbags, when used properly, can reduce damages from flooding. After a flood, property owners are responsible for removing sandbag installations in compliance with their local jurisdiction's regulations. Please note that improper disposal of sandbags following a flood event can create environmental, safety and infrastructure concerns.

For more information about King County's sandbag distribution program, please contact Ken Zweig at 206-296-6581.

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