Flood prevention and tips

Do not attempt to drive through standing water.
Test your sump pump to make sure it works before a storm hits.
Clear storm drains and grates of debris. This could prevent street flood during a storm.
Clean sediment, debris and rocks from driveways, roadway culverts, and swales. Clogged culverts can cause flooding on driveways and roads.
Clear leaves from roof gutters and downspouts.
Do not dump trash, grass clippings, wood, rocks or other debris into streams or drainage ditches. This will block the flow of water.
Do not disturb natural vegetation on steep slopes and streams. Plants slow stormwater runoff, filter pollutants, and stabilize the earth so it won’t erode.
Keep in mind that by design it is normal for some parking lots, streets and streams to fill with water.

Last Updated on Friday, 04 March 2011 15:42

Summit County Engineer's Office