A series of rainfall events in the last week, and region-wide heavy rain August 20th caused significant flash flooding across Columbus. As river levels rise and fall over the next several days, we encourage everyone to be careful around any standing water. While Blueprint is NOT a flooding mitigation or rapid response program by design, we wanted to share some resources with you: 

• The heavy flooding we are experiencing today is not solved through the Blueprint program alone. Our infrastructure work is part of a larger, layered solution including storm sewer and sanitary sewer upgrades.

• Blueprint Columbus and our 4 pillars are designed and proven to meet an Ohio EPA Consent Order mandating an improvement in water quality. As part of our program, neighborhoods often see a reduction in nuisance flooding (ponding following storms, not the type of water we see today.) 

• We do offer sump pump installations within our project areas to eligible residents. Due to the overwhelmingly positive reception of this program, we are currently on a wait list for inspections and installations. Note: These sump pumps are installed to keep foundation water outside of our sanitary system. While that often means they assist in keeping your basement dry, that is not the primary goal of our program. 

• If you are experiencing an active flood or flooded road neighborhood, you need to report it to Columbus 311 (614-645-3111)

• If you are experiencing a sewer backup in your home, you can also report that to the Sewer Maintenance Operations Center at 614-645-7102