Websites: www.bismarck.org
www.burleighco.com
www.floodsmart.gov (one-step flood risk profile)
Contact Numbers:
Stormwater and drainage ditch questions: 355-1700
Private Sewer and Septic system questions: 355-1418
Propane or Fuel Tank questions: 355-1418
River bank erosion questions: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Regulatory Office (701) 255-0015
Bismarck Parks and Rec 222-6455 www.bisparks.org
Sandbag Sites
• Sandbag Central South – Northern Plains Commerce Center (1901 Northern Plains Drive) – open 24 hours a day. This site is being run by the Guard. Second machine is up and running
• Sandbag Central – Missouri Valley Complex (Fairgrounds), Bismarck Expressway
Need MORE volunteers to fill sandbags. Site will be open 6am to 10pm
• Volunteers should wear gloves and bring shovels if they have them.
• Sibley Drive north of Briardale Subdivision will be relocating to 48th Avenue and Sibley Drive
• Ash Coulee Water Tower, West of Washington Street on Ash Coulee Drive
• Santa Fe Avenue, Cottonwood Complex west of South 12th Street
• Whispering Bay Subdivision, Shoreline Circle
• Ponderosa Park
• Hoge Island Boat Ramp
Volunteers:
• CAT bus will start providing transportation for volunteers from Kirkwood Mall to Sandbag Central North and South
• Volunteers should meet in the southeast corner of the Kirkwood Mall parking lot (JC Penney wing)
• Bus will run every 15-20 minutes
• Volunteers will be taken to the sandbag site where they are needed
• If need transportation to the pick-up point, CAT is providing free rides to the pick-up point at the mall – just tell the driver you are going to assist with sandbag operations
• All volunteers must register before they can start working.
• Volunteers under age 18 must have a parental consent form signed.
• Forms are online at www.bismarck.org and also available at the sandbag sites.
• Must be able to easily lift 35 pounds ..sandbags weigh 35 pounds each.
Corps Releases
• Our most current information is available on the website.
ND National Guard
• Operating Sandbag Central South and providing assistance with traffic and site control there
• Guard personnel are working the south side of Bismarck, providing technical advice on sandbag placement.
• Assisting with traffic control in south side diking operations
Maps
• The maps of the Missouri River is based on a scenario of an 18 foot river stage, and 85,000 cubic feet per (CFS) second output. An updated map to be released later, will show diking and protective measures based upon a new and updated 120,000 CFS forecast. These maps are for reference only.
• Elevations: look on deed or flood insurance
• N.D. Department of Emergency Services is working on a link for maps to post on DES, City of Bismarck, and Burleigh County websites. Expects to have the map link available late this afternoon.
• Maps will be made available at Sandbag Central Sites – North and South – Later today
Road Closures
• Listed on website
• Be advised of a 4 way stop at the intersection of Washington Street and Burleigh Ave. until further notice.
• Washington Street – closed at Wachter Avenue. Billings Drive and Munich Drive closed UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
• If calling about a road with water over the top, refer to Highway Department or City Public Works.
Dakota Media Access
• Running “how to” videos regarding sandbagging, septic systems, and sump pumps.
• www.dakotamediaaccess.org
Insurance Coverage
• Talk to your local agent regarding what is and isn’t covered in your policy.
Shelter
• Red Cross is on standby.
• A shelter has been setup at Horizon middle School for people that had to evacuate. Blankets and cots are provided however please bring your own pillow, personal hygiene items and medications. Other things to consider to bring:
o Important paperwork
o Picture ID’s
o A list of Emergency phone numbers and important contact numbers to include your doctor and pharmacies.
o Only certified service animals are allowed. Bring proper paperwork and proper items for your service animal.
• Water Use
• No mandatory restrictions yet, but residents are advised to limit water use
Private Dikes and Sandbagging
• Homeowners are asked to place sandbags and protective barriors on private property only. DO NOT places and bags or protective barriors on roadways or public right of away.
Drainage Ditch/Dikes
• Water issues at Kiwanis Park and Basin Avenue are being monitored and have been deemed not a threat at this time.
• Drainage ditch at Washington Street – gate closed and water is being pumped. Levels in drainage ditch did lower overnight.
• Earthen dike built last night from Galleon place to Riverwood drive, Mills Ave to Traynor Lane – this dike can be driven on, but may be reduced to one lane
• Right now - Hesco Barrier diking system is being built from the Pier Restaurant north to the Welcome to Bismarck sign by Bismarck Expressway. Being built on the west side of Riverwood drive. Working from Expressway south – 1800 feet done last night, remaining 1200 feet will be done today. Riverwood drive remains closed during this construction. Open to truck traffic ONLY…. Residents must access this area via Tavis Road.
• Right now – construction continues on an earthen dike from Traynor Lane west to the entrance of Whispering Bay on Mills Avenue. Once that’s done, the gap will be closed to make it one dike. This will NOT cut off traffic to Fox Island
• Right now - Corps of Engineers building a dike on the walking path from the horse arena and archery range on Riverwood Drive to behind the homes on Munich Drive.
Dakota Zoo
• Making preparations to evacuate animals and protecting areas with sandbags.
• Will take about three days to evacuate
Emergency Notification System Registration for cell phones can be registered at www.bismarck.org Combined Communications Department. Only URGENT Emergency notices such as evacuations will be relayed. Call center has taken calls from some who want to register their phones, but don’t have computer access. People at the call center can register for them:
• You’ll find the form at www.bismarck.org.
• On the left hand side, toward the bottom, click on “Wireless Phone Registration”.
• That brings up a screen with three paragraphs of information read those to the caller, then click continue.
• The next screen is the form. Get the info from the caller, and click submit… and he/she is registered.
Law Enforcement Update:
• Citizens are asked to stay away from areas along the river. Their neighbors, friends and family are working to protect their property. Unnecessary traffic impedes progress and causes public safety hazards.
Evacuation Planning
• No mandatory evacuations are taking place at this time.
• Conditions are being closely monitored and plans are in place in the event evacuations become necessary, notification will be given to affected residents.
• People who have concerns about threats from flooding that may cause a need for their evacuation should make personal preparations.
• These preparations should include where to go, what belongings to take, what to do with any pets, and properly securing their property upon leaving.
• If you evacuate your property, please turn off the electricity and call the Flood Hotline at 355-1659 and let officials know that you have evacuated your residence.
Weather
• .25 inches of rain is expected Thursday night and Friday morning.
• Monday may have more significant rainfall
Food Donations
If you would like to donate food do workers, you can drop them off at the Salvation Army, located at 601 South Washington Street between 08:30 and 05:00. Please bring cookies, bars, and breads. No cream filled items please.