Neighborhood in Sacramento-area foothills at risk of flooding. ‘Take preventative action’
El Dorado County officials placed a neighborhood in the Sacramento-area foothills under a flood advisory on Thursday as heavy rains hit the capital region.
Water levels in Deer Creek were rising midday Thursday, posing a risk to areas of Cameron Park near Cameron Park Lake, the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post.
As of 12:33 p.m. Thursday, there was a “break in the weather, providing a critical opportunity to take preventative action,” the Sheriff’s Office said.
Here’s what you should know:
What areas of El Dorado County are at risk of flooding?
As of 12:30 p.m. Thursday, residential areas of Cameron Park south of Cameron Park Lake were under a flood advisory.
Water levels in the creek downstream of Cameron Park Lake appeared to be rising, the Sheriff’s Office said in its post, which could place many Cameron Park residents and visitors to the country club at risk.
According to a map shared by the Sheriff’s Office via social media, the area affected by the flood advisory included areas west of the airfield, south of Cameron Park Lake, east of Granada Drive and north of Eagle View Drive.
Also affected were streets adjacent to the creek up to Highway 50.
A portion of the Cameron Park Country Club, particularly areas closest to the golf course’s lake, were also under the advisory.
The Cameron Park Country Club received 4.2 inches of rain between Wednesday and Thursday afternoon, according to data from the National Weather Service.
How can I protect my home from flooding?
The Sheriff’s Office encouraged residents in “low-lying areas near Deer Creek or other flood-prone locations” to take precautionary measures.
“Now is the time to fill sandbags and reinforce your property to minimize potential damage,” the agency said via Facebook.
Where can I get sandbags in Cameron Park?
As of midday Thursday, sandbags were available at these locations:
- Cameron Park Fire Station 89, 3200 Country Club Drive in Cameron Park
- Department of Transportation Yard, 6700 Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines
- Department of Transporation Yard, 4770 Sand Ridge Road in Placerville
- Garden Valley Fire Protection District, 4860 Marshall Road in Garden Valley
- El Dorado Hills Fire Station 85, 1050 Wilson Blvd. in El Dorado Hills
- Mosquito Fire Protection District Station 75, 8801 Rock Creed Road in Placerville
- City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Station 3, 2101 Lake Tahoe Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe
You should bring your own shovel to fill bags.
If you come across a flooded road, do not try to cross it, as the water might be deeper than it appears, said Sgt. Kyle Parker with the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office.
“If you don’t have to be out in it, just stay inside, stream something on Netflix or Amazon, or read a book and hang out,” he said. “Just stay safe.”
You can monitor the situation at https://perimetermap.com/El-Dorado-CA.
What’s in weather forecast for El Dorado Hills area?
The El Dorado Hills area, which includes Cameron Park, was expected to get another quarter-inch to a half-inch of rain on Thursday with wind gusts reaching 41 mph, according to the National Weather Service’s latest forecast.
The high temperature on Thursday was expected to reach 52 degrees, while the low temperature on Thursday night could dip to 44 degrees.
The area could get a half-inch to three-quarters of an inch of new rainfall on Thursday night, when winds could gust up to 36 mph.
There is a 50% chance of rain from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, Valentine’s Day, with a 10th to a quarter of an inch possible.
Friday will have a high of 51 with an overnight low around 35, according to the forecast.
Saturday is expected to be mostly sunny with chances of rain overnight into Sunday. The high is predicted to be 53 and the low will be around 41.
There is a chance of showers from 4 a and 10 a.m. Sunday, with skies expected to clear up after that.
Sunday will have a high of 54, with an overnight low of 41.
How do I stay safe in a flood?
The National Weather Service offers these tips for staying safe amid a flood:
- Turn around if you encounter a flooded road in your vehicle
- Don’t drive around barricades or through flood waters
- Have a plan for evacuation and maintain an evacuation kit
According to the city of Sacramento, this is what your emergency kit should include:
Important documents, such as copies of birth certificates and insurance policies
Batteries
Flashlights
Battery-powered radio with extra batteries
Medication
Food and water that will last at least three days
Cat carriers, dog leashes and pet food
This story was originally published February 13, 2025 at 1:59 PM.
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