City of Sioux Falls Provides Update on Flash Flooding Response

Partners from the City, State, and Lincoln and Minnehaha Counties continue to collaborate in response to the flash flooding since the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activated Friday.  

Flooding has strained the City’s storm drainage, wastewater collection and treatment, and transportation systems. Systems are currently running at or near maximum capacity. The community is being asked to help reduce wastewater usage by taking shorter showers, waiting to do laundry, and holding off on washing dishes.  

In the days ahead, safety is of the utmost importance. As the water recedes, residents are encouraged to continue to take precautions, including: 

• Call 911 in the event of a life-threatening emergency. 
• Call 211 for non-emergencies.  
• Turn around if you experience water on the road. 
• Respect road barricades. Do not drive around them as they mark road and park closures.  
• Keep a safe distance away from rushing water and follow posted safety signage.

While the rainfall has tapered off, the flooding will continue. Multiple parks and roads continue to be closed. Caille Branch Library near 49th Street and Oxbow Avenue will be closed Saturday because of flooding in the street surrounding the branch.

Visit siouxfalls.gov/flood for ongoing updates on flood-related closures and resources. To report potential sewer backup and other non-emergency concerns, call the Helpline Center at 211.