Flood Resources for Homeowners, Individuals & Families
Use this information for your family and home during and after a flood.
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Educating About Flooding and Associated Activities
This series of five articles is designed to educate readers about flooding and the associated activities to prepare for, respond to, and recover from flood events.
Where do floodwaters go and what do they leave behind?
Understanding the pathways and impacts of receding floodwaters is crucial for effective flood management and recovery efforts.
Flood Preparedness
Floods can develop slowly or strike suddenly without warning. Learn some essential steps to help protect you and your loved ones before, during, and after a flood.
Restoring and Sampling Private Wells in South Dakota
In South Dakota, private well owners must take immediate and effective steps to restore their wells after a flood. This guide provides essential information on assessing, repairing, disinfecting, and sampling your well.
Understanding Flood Hazards in the United States
Understanding the different types of flood hazards and their causes is crucial for effective flood management and disaster preparedness.
Checking and Treating Domestic Water Supplies After a Flood
Depending on its location, domestic well water supplies can oftentimes be negatively impacted during a flood.
What to Do About Flood-Damaged Trees
Fact sheet on what to do about flood-damaged trees
Flood Insurance
The higher amounts of snow this year will increase the chance of flooding and the potential water damage to homes and residential properties. Now is the time to consider purchasing a flood insurance policy.
Flood Safety Considerations for Youth
Much like any event or disaster, the time to prepare for a flood is before it happens. Families should prepare for events by having a conversation with family members.
Managing Flooding Around Home Structures
As South Dakota and our surrounding neighbors begin to deal with the consequences of spring snowmelt and the dramatic flash flooding that came about from the region’s most recent winter storm, we can only hope that conditions begin to improve quickly.