The El Paso County Public Works Department is reminding residents that free sandbags are now available for pickup at the county’s Road and Bridge Warehouse locations. This effort is aimed at helping families in the county’s rural areas protect their homes and property from flooding.
How to get sandbags
Sandbags are stacked on pallets outside each warehouse and can be collected 24 hours a day. To ensure the supply reaches as many households as possible, the department has set a limit of five bags per household. There are no eligibility requirements or paperwork needed—any resident can simply arrive, sign the log, and take the bags.
Warehouse locations
The county has posted the specific addresses of its Road and Bridge Warehouses on the official El Paso County website. Residents are encouraged to check the site for the most up‑to‑date location information before heading out.
Why the sandbags matter
Recent weather patterns have raised concerns about flash flooding in the more remote parts of El Paso County. By providing sandbags at no cost, the department hopes to give homeowners a simple, effective tool to divert water away from doorways, basements, and low‑lying areas.
Reporting flooding or emergencies
If you notice flooding in a rural area of the county, you can report it by calling the Public Works Department at 915‑273‑3330. In the event of an immediate emergency, dial 911.
Community response
Local volunteers have already been on hand to assist with loading sandbags and answering questions. County officials say the community’s cooperation has been essential to the program’s smooth operation.
The sandbag distribution will continue as long as supplies last. Residents are urged to act quickly, especially those in flood‑prone zones, to secure the protection they need before the next storm arrives.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
