To report flooding, plugged storm drains, and other drainage problems: Call 311

Storm Ready

Be Aware.  Be Prepared.

Learn about the steps necessary to keep you and your family safe.  2023 was a reminder of how bad storms and flooding can be in our area.​  That’s why it’s important to be prepared because we don’t know what this winter will bring.  Check with your insurance agent about purchasing flood insurance before it’s too late.

Learn how to be Storm Ready in the... Winter

Learn some key measures you can take to protect your property and our water supplies throughout the different seasons

Floodplain Information

Flood Zone Information

Use one of the four ways to determine if your property is in a flood zone

Floodplain Map Changes

View a list of current projects that propose changes to the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMS)

Floodplain Functions

Learn about the natural benefits of a floodplain and the effects of rainfall on our water quality

Building in a Floodplain

Learn what steps need to be taken when building construction takes place within a floodplain

Flood Safety

Flood Depth & Evacuation Routes​ Map

Read about how Sacramento's risk of flooding is the greatest of any major city in the country

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Four Steps to Flood Safety

Follow these four steps to plan for and be prepared in case of disaster

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Sandbag Information

Location details for residents who believe their property will be in danger of potential flooding due to heavy rains

Sandbags protecting a home from flooding

Flood Related Hazards

Learn more about the different types of flood related hazards

Workers at the site of levee failure

Flood Insurance & Hazard Mitigation

Flood Insurance Information

The County provides guidance on federal and private insurance options, risk zones, and how tools like Elevation Certificates can help reduce premiums

Property Protection

Sacramento County offers guidance and on-site consultations to help residents protect their properties from drainage and flood risks.

Hazard Mitigation Grant Program

The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) helps Sacramento County residents reduce future flood risks by funding projects like home elevation after federally declared disasters

Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

Learn about Sacramento County's strategies to reduce long-term risks from natural disasters like floods, droughts, and earthquakes

Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

Sacramento County is kicking off their 2026 LHMP Update with meetings in December 2025.  The 2026 LHMP will address an updated list of natural hazards and will assess the vulnerability of Sacramento County and all participating jurisdictions to identified hazards as part of an updated risk assessment.​  Learn more about the 2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan​.

Additional Resources