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.

Learn about the natural functions of floodplains and how they benefit us and the environment.
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Flood insurance requirements and resources for rates and coverage.
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Sign up for the Community Alert System to get notifications for up to five addresses.
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History of major storms and floods in Salem.
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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. 26
Thanksgiving - Some City offices closed for holiday observance

City offices, Center 50+, and the Salem Public Library will be closed for the holiday observance.

Dec. 24
Christmas Eve - Some City offices closed for holiday observance.

City offices, Center 50+, and the Salem Public Library will be closed for the holiday observance.

Dec. 25
Christmas Day

City offices, Center 50+, and the Salem Public Library will be closed for the holiday observance.

Dec. 31
New Year's Eve - Some City offices closed for holiday observance.

City offices, Center 50+, and the Salem Public Library will be closed for the holiday observance.

Jan. 01
New Year's Day

City offices, Center 50+, and the Salem Public Library will be closed for the holiday observance.

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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