Nevada County Readies Road Crews Ahead Of Storms, Provides Sand For Residents

Nevada County Readies Road Crews Ahead Of Storms, Provides Sand For Residents

Crews are on-call to respond to urgent issues. Flooding, mudslides, or downed trees on County maintained roadways can be reported by phone at 530-265-1411, or by emailing public.works@nevadacountyca.gov

If you see any downed power lines assume they are energized and extremely dangerous. Stay away and call 9-1-1. In western Nevada County PG&E can be reached at 1-800-743-5000. In the eastern parts of the county residents can call the Truckee Public Utility District at 530-587-3896. 

Sandbags can be purchased at area hardware stores and free sand to fill them is available at:
  • The Nevada County Warehouse: On the corner of Highway 49 and East Broad Street, Nevada City.
  • The Penn Valley Fire Protection District: 10513 Spenceville Road, Penn Valley.
  • The North San Juan Community Hall: 10057 Reservoir Street, North San Juan.
  • The Higgins Fire Department: 10106 Combie Road, Auburn.
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