Flooding Info From The City Of Bozeman

The high temps and rain in the last week has put us back into a Flood Warning. Here's the latest from the City of Bozeman.

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

6:45 AM

**INFORMATION WILL BE UPDATED AS NECESSARY**

Creekside Park (Rouse and Lamme) is closed until further notice.

The east bound lane of Kagy Blvd from South Tracy to Sourdough Road is closed until further notice.

The City of Bozeman’s highest priority is the protection of life and the safety of the population of the community. In addition, the City is dedicated to the protection of public property and finally, the City is committed to assisting with the protection of private property when possible.

If you come to an area that is covered with water, you will not know the depth of the water or the condition of the ground under the water. This is especially true at night, when your vision is more limited.

Play it smart, play it safe. Whether driving or walking, any time you come to a flooded road, Turn Around Don’t Drown®

Follow these safety rules:

Monitor the NOAA Weather Radio, or your favorite news source for vital weather related information.
If flooding occurs, get to higher ground. Get out of areas subject to flooding. This includes dips, low spots, canyons, washes etc.
Avoid areas already flooded, especially if the water is flowing fast. Do not attempt to cross flowing streams. Turn Around Don’t Drown®
Road beds may be washed out under flood waters. NEVER drive through flooded roadways. Turn Around Don’t Drown®
Do not camp or park your vehicle along streams and washes, particularly during threatening conditions.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize flood dangers.

Important Phone Numbers:

911 – Any Emergency

If you see children playing in or near flooded areas or flowing water, please warn them and their caretaker of the potential danger or call 911 and report the activity.

582-3175 – Recorded Update

Please call for regular flood information updates.

Please use the non-emergency numbers below to report potential hazards or provide non-emergency information.

582-2000 for Bozeman Residents

582-2100 for everyone else

List of Street Closures and Cautions (subject to change):

The east bound lane of Kagy Blvd from South Tracy to Sourdough Road is closed until further notice.

*ALL STREET CLOSURES ARE CLEARLY MARKED. PLEASE RESPECT THE CLOSURES; IT IS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY.

List of Trail Closures and Cautions (subject to change):

East Gallatin trail system: The trails east of the river are closed until further notice.

Gardner Park Parking lot to Tuckerman Parking lot: The trail between the lots is open but use extreme caution due to spot flooding and constantly changing conditions.

Tuckerman Park: The park is open but use caution. Overflow from fields south of Goldenstein going under the road and into the park. The overflow, is currently finding the stream, will monitor hourly.

Hauser Park Trail: The portion of the trail off of Sourdough Road near Kagy is closed. There is a small walking bridge crossing the creek that is not safe to cross.

Creekwood Subdivision Trail (near Legends Subdivision): The trail north of the two bridges on the east side of Legends Subdivision is closed. The trail is completely washed out in at least one area.

*ALL TRAIL CLOSURES ARE CLEARLY MARKED. PLEASE RESPECT THE CLOSURES; IT IS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY.

List of Park Closures and Cautions (subject to change):

Lindley Park: Water continues to flow through the Story Mill Ditch (west end of park). Use caution in this area.

Creekside Park (Rouse and Lamme) is closed until further notice.

*ALL PARK CLOSURES ARE CLEARLY MARKED. PLEASE RESPECT THE CLOSURES; IT IS FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY.

Sandbags are available at the following local retailers:

Sandbags are available to purchase from the following local vendors:

Bozeman Brick and Tile 587-4283

Kenyon Noble 586-2384

Belgrade True Value 388-6012

Lowe’s 522-3240

Big Sky True Value 995-4500