Sandbags for Heavy Rain or Flooding

The city's public works facility has a free, self-service sandbag site for the community to use during the flood season.

The site is open during regular business hours at 6101 SE Johnson Creek Boulevard. If you need sandbags, please contact 503-786-7600, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to ensure availability.

For a list of all SAND BAG SITES IN THE REGION (SOME ARE 24-HOURS A DAY) SEE HERE.

Clackamas County Fire District #1 also has a self-serve sandbag site open 24-hours a day at Station 4, 6600 SE Lake Road, Milwaukie. For information, call 503-742-2604.

During localized flooding events, contact the specific jurisdiction to ensure availability. Sand bags are for residential use only.  All sites are self-service, so don't forget your shovel!

Sandbag Safety Tips

1. Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injury and fatigue. Lift with your legs and bend at the knees to save your back.
2. Sandbags are treated to prevent deterioration when stored. Use work gloves and avoid contact with your eyes or mouth.
3. Stay in eye contact with heavy equipment operators and keep alert for truck backup alarms.
4. Floodwaters can be polluted. Use rubber gloves and appropriate clothing if contact with water is unavoidable.
5. Wear adequate clothing in layers and watertight boots. Reflective material on outer clothing is essential for night work.