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Green River and Howard Hanson Dam Information
It is important to note the Army Corps assures us there is no risk of the dam failing. Renters, homeowners, and businesses are advised to review their insurance policies to ensure they are covered for flooding, sewer backup, landslides, sinkholes, and other issues commonly associated with significant rain events. The following links contain useful information on flooding and related events: Current Green River ConditionsView current flows and flood stages (King County Flood Warning Center)
Receive Warning and Noticiation Messages
Other Emergency Notification
Evacuation RoutesIn the event of an evacuation due to the Green River flooding, notifications will be made well in advance of flood waters reaching the city. Residents should take routes they are most comfortable with to reach their previously arranged housing location. Those who have not pre-arranged for alternate housing will be directed to emergency shelters. Those shelters will be announced at the time of the event. The City of Auburn has previously designated evacuation routes that are clearly marked with blue and blue and white "Volcano Evacuation" signs posted throughout the city. All of these routes lead to safer high ground. Regional roads information (WSDOT) Sand BagsSand bags will be available to residents prior to the next flood season this fall. View a Sandbagging Tips video from the Army Corps of Engineers. Potential Impact Maps
Resources
Key AgenciesFlood InsuranceContact your insurance agency or visit www.floodsmart.gov. Everyone is eligible to purchase flood insurance regardless of whether or not you live in an identified flood plain. At the request of Commissioner Mike Kreidler, the Legislature and Gov. Chris Gregoire approved additional authority to take steps to help ensure that businesses in Washington's Green River Valley can find excess flood and business interruption coverage. The bill, HB 2560, was signed into law March 29, 2010 by by Gov. Gregoire. More information on the Market Assistance Plan (MAP). History
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CONTACTEmergency Management 340 E Main St., Suite 201 Auburn WA 98002 Phone: 253-876-1925 Fax: 253-939-7769
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The Army Corps of Engineers has notified the City of Auburn of a situation at the Howard Hanson Dam which may require the release of more water than usual during extreme rain events. As a result of this increased water release, parts of Auburn are at a higher risk of flooding. The general location of this higher risk is confined to the area of Auburn north of 22nd St. NE and those areas immediately bordering the Green River and Mill Creek. This situation may continue for the next 18-24 months or potentially longer depending on the nature of the repair work to be completed at the dam. 
