Maintenance of flood control channels and creek beds are under contractual agreement with Sonoma County Water Agency. City of Rohnert Park personnel are not allowed to remove vegetation from these areas, in accordance with regulations which protect habitat for steelhead and coho salmon, as defined in the Federal Endangered Species Act. Questions concerning flood control channel maintenance may be directed to the Sonoma County Water Agency.

During the rainy season, storm drains are checked and cleared to provide adequate drainage and minimize localized flooding.

During Storm Watch and Storm Warning conditions, Public Works personnel team up in pairs, patrolling problem areas, placing warning signs with barricades near flooded streets, and placing sand bags to control water flow, if necessary. During this time, sandbags and sand are made available to the public at designated locations.

Following a storm, the City is checked for storm-related damage. Logjams are cleared from beneath creek bridges, silt from flooding is removed from sidewalks, fallen tree limbs are removed from streets and sidewalks, potholes are patched, and signs are repaired.

Making Contact

• Monday through Friday 7 AM to 5 PM 707-588-3300
• After hours, weekends, and holidays 707-584-2600
• Sonoma County Water Agency 707-521-1892