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Flood information

Flood Insurance Information- Click Here

Current River Level Wahpeton/Breckenridge - Click Here

Wilkin County Website Flood Information - Click Here

Steps to Reduce Flood and Water Damage in Homes and Businesses - Click Here

Breckenridge City Hall 

420 Nebraska Ave

(218)643-1431

EMERGENCY SERVICE 

Weekdays after 5:00, Weekends & Holidays

Breckenridge Police Department (218)643-5506

Sandbags

Where can I get sandbags?

- Empty sandbags and sand are available to Wilkin County residents free of charge. Empty sandbags and sand can be picked up Monday-Friday between the hours of 8 AM – 4:30 PM at the Wilkin County Highway Department. Sandbags may be filled at the highway department during business hours. If questions contact Breckenridge City Hall at (218)643-1431.

How do I get assistance placing sandbags?

​- For assistance placing sandbags please first contact neighbors, friends, and family to aid in the manpower needed.  Additionally, local churches and youth groups may be of assistance.

Safety tips for filling, moving and placement of sandbags - Click Here

 

Volunteering

Are there any volunteer opportunities?

​- When and if the need arises for volunteers the City of Breckenridge will put out a request on KBMW AM 1450 radio station, newspaper, Facebook page and website.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

2023 

04/17/23: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

04/13/23: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

04/12/23: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

04/11/23: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

04/10/23: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

04/06/23: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

 

04/05/23: Notice to Breckenridge Residents: Now is the time to get prepared.

The current extended weather forecast is showing a significant warming trend for next week. Most of us will notice that our sump pumps will begin to run much more frequent. That said, it is imperative that all sump pump discharge get converted out of the sanitary sewer (ASAP) and to the outdoors. **Refer to Breckenridge Public Utilities UPDATED Sump Pump Policy HERE

The City of Breckenridge recommends all residents that have full basements or homes that have been prone to sewer backup in the past, to plug your basement floor drains as a preventative measure to alleviate possible sewer backup into your basement.

Additionally, if you have a shower/tub drain or toilet in the basement, you will also want to have plugs and a plan for those drains as well.

Now is the time to get prepared.

If you have any questions, contact Breckenridge Public Utilities at (218)643-4681.

 

 2022 

03/30/22: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

03/28/22: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

03/25/22: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

03/24/22: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

03/23/22: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

03/22/22: National Weather Service- Spring Flood Update- Click Here

 2019 

Public Service Announcement: Posted 03/19/19

With Spring coming and snow melting, the City of Breckenridge would like to remind residents to have their sewer drain plugs on hand and to make sure their sump pumps are in working order in case of excess water. Residents are also encouraged to contact City Hall at 643-1431 if they encounter high water in any streets.

Public Service Announcement: Posted 03/28/19

Effective immediately, the City of Breckenridge will closing the bridge on Main Street from Park Avenue to 4th Street and Andrews Ave. Please use an alternate route. Residents could contact Breckenridge City Hall if they have any questions. 

Public Service Announcement: Posted 04/08/19

The City of Breckenridge has reopened the bridge on Main Street from Park Avenue to 4th Street and Andrews Ave. Residents should contact Breckenridge City Hall if they have any questions. 

Public Service Announcement: Posted 04/17/19

Effective immediately, the City of Breckenridge will closing the bridge on Main Street from Park Avenue to 4th Street and Andrews Ave. Please use an alternate route. Residents could contact Breckenridge City Hall if they have any questions. 

Public Service Announcement: Posted 04/26/19

The City of Breckenridge has reopened the bridge on Main Street from Park Avenue to 4th Street and Andrews Ave. Residents should contact Breckenridge City Hall if they have any questions. 

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