Flooding

Monitor water levels, find information and maps about the floodplain in Salem, prepare for or learn about flooding hazards in the area, and get access to services provided by the City of Salem, FEMA, and other agencies.

Beneficial Functions of a Floodplain
Learn about the natural functions of floodplains and how they benefit us and the environment.
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Flood Insurance
Flood insurance requirements and resources for rates and coverage.
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Flood Safety
Salem Area Stream Levels and Rainfall
Monitor stream levels and rainfall in near real-time from a number of sites across Salem and throughout the Mill Creek Watershed.
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What’s happening
Nov. 11
Veteran’s Day - Some city offices closed for holiday observance
Nov. 28
Thanksgiving - Some city offices closed for holiday observanceCivic Center
555 Liberty ST SE
Salem OR 97301
Nov. 29
Thanksgiving - Some city offices closed for holiday observanceCivic Center
555 Liberty ST SE
Salem OR 97301
Dec. 25
Christmas
Jan. 01
New Year's Day

Contact us

Public Works Department
Monday–Friday
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
555 Liberty ST SE RM 325
Salem OR 97301
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