Santa Fe County Provides Sandbags and Sand for Flood Prevention
SANTA FE, NM – With large amounts of rainfall expected, Santa Fe County is making sandbags and sand available to assist residents in protecting their homes and property.
Empty Sandbag Distribution Locations:
• Pojoaque Fire Station 50 – 17919 U.S. Highway 84/285, Santa Fe
• La Cienega Fire Station 60 – 37 Rancho Viejo Blvd
Each household may be issued 15 sandbags, with an additional 10 available if needed, for a maximum of 25.
Sand Pickup Locations:
• La Cienega Community Center – 136 Camino San Jose (CR 50-A)
La Cienega, NM 87507
• Across from Tesuque Fire Station 1 – Old Taos Highway, County Road 73
Sand is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The use of sandbags is a simple but effective way to prevent or reduce floodwater damage to property.
Helpful Sandbag Information:
Techniques
Levees
Please note: Fire crews may not always be available, as they remain subject to emergency calls.
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