As expressed in the linked KSL.com article, though infrastructure has greatly improved since the 1983 floods, we are still at an increased risk of flooding this year because of the snowpack levels. NOW is the time to be prepared as a family, neighborhood and city. Every year Herriman City responds to flooding incidents affecting residents in all areas of the city. Although Herriman City proactively responded to the damage of the fire with reseeding and other flood prevention measures, residents living in close proximity to the fire line may have an elevated risk of flood or mudslides for the next few years. Here are several rules to follow in most cases involving flood waters, debris and erosion:
NEVER
underestimate the power of debris flows.
TRY
to direct debris flows away from improvements.
AVOID
trying to control or confine the flows more than is absolutely required.
CLEAR
a path for the debris.
USE
your house or building as a deflector, if necessary.
ALWAYS
place protection to deflect debris, not to dam or stop it.
DEBRIS
will often enter a building through windows - board them up.
REMEMBER
to protect your family first, then your most valuable property - your home.
THEN
consider what time and money are available to protect other less valuable objects such as swimming pools or landscaping.
TRY
to install more permanent measures to protect your home. In general, debris flow problems will exist for several years after a burn. Sandbags usually last for only a year.
ALWAYS
work with adjacent affected property owners.
BE
prepared to sacrifice the use of portions of your property to achieve the greatest amount of protection.
AVOID
altering drainage patterns that could worsen conditions for your neighbor.
DO
make sure your homeowners insurance is up to date and includes the proper coverage.
Herriman City recommends all residents evaluate their properties and make any modifications necessary. Residents with concerns about their property may contact Herriman City for a FREE property inspection by an Engineering Department staff member. Additional brochures and resources are available at City Hall. Sandbags may also be obtained by residents free of charge; contact City Hall for additional information.
Water expert: Snowpack levels reminiscent of 1983 flooding - ksl.com
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Thank you for sharing this information. I was just telling my dad that I feel fairly safe here since there isn't a lot of snow on the mountains but Herriman is not immune. Good reminder.
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