Sheridan County and City of Sheridan are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst this flood season

Sheridan County Emergency Management and the City of Sheridan have emplaced sandbag filling stations in locations around the county and city to prepare for a worst case scenario this flood season. 

In preparation for the Spring runoff and rainfall the Sheridan County Emergency Management team has designated the following areas as locations for residents to fill sandbags should they be needed. 

Sheridan County Commissioners Terry Cram and Tom Ringley asked residents to please only take what they feel they may need in preparation of flooding this year so supplies are not exhausted.

Locations

–The Story Fire Hall

–The Big Horn Fire Hall 

–The Sheridan County shop (south of Girl’s School) Monday – Thursday, gate closes at 4:30 PM; closed Friday – Sunday

–Sheridan County fairgrounds-west side near fence line

–Behind the Ranchester Town Hall

–Dayton Town Shop

Emergency Management officials often refer to stream gauges throughout the county to monitor the possibility of flooding situations. Selecting the map image for Sheridan County will enlarge areas covered by stream gauges in the county. If residents click on the diamond symbol, a chart will appear displaying the location’s status. A link to the gauges can be found on the Sheridan County Emergency Management website, reach it by clicking here.