As of June 12, 2025 –
Flood Clean-up Volunteer Opportunities and Sign-up for Homeowner Assistance
Starting Friday, June 13, disaster relief volunteer teams will be in Butler County providing assistance with flooding cleanup (including such things as muck-outs and mold remediation). They are inviting community members who are interested in volunteering to join them. Training and PPE will be provided. A Volunteer Reception Center will be opened to receive, check-in and assign out volunteer teams. The center will be in operation at the follow locations, dates, and times:
USD 490 Performing Arts Center, 500 W. Central, El Dorado
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday, June 13
Saturday, June 14
Monday, June 16
Tuesday, June 17
El Dorado High School Extend Campus, 123 N. Taylor, El Dorado
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18
Thursday, June 19
Friday, June 20
To pre-register as a volunteer, visit the following website: https://united-methodist-kdem.hub.arcgis.com/ Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.
If you know of someone who needs clean-up assistance that may not already be on our list, the above link also includes a sign-up link for homeowner assistance.
As of June 10, 2025 –
Multi-Agency Resource Center Opening to Support Flood Impacted Residents
In response to last week’s torrential rainfall and flooding, which caused damage and loss to properties across Butler County, a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) is being opened in El Dorado this week to bring vital assistance to affected Butler County residents.
The MARC will be open Tuesday, June 10th and Wednesday, June 11th from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm, as well as Thursday morning, June 12th, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. at the Community Building at 200 N. Griffith, El Dorado. Representatives from local and state agencies, non-profits, faith-based organizations, and disaster relief organizations will be available to help match residents with available support for clean-up, recovery, mental health support, and more.
The county is also working with disaster relief partners to organize volunteer forces to assist with flood clean-up – more information will be released in the near future regarding these volunteer opportunities.
As of June 6, 2025 –
Flood Debris Collection and Removal
Plans are being made for the removal of flood-damaged items in the city. Here is what you need to know as you begin cleaning up:
• Place any flood-damaged materials neatly on your curb (not in the street).
• Place trees and limbs in a separate pile to go to the compost site.
• Place appliances in a separate pile and empty any refrigerators (be sure all doors are closed).
• Household Hazardous Waste, such as paint, pesticides, etc., must be taken to the landfill by residents and will not be picked up by the City.
• The Public Works Department is making a plan to pick up flood-damaged items.
• Be watching our social media and website for more information as plans are finalized for pickup dates.
Damage Assessments Underway
County and City of El Dorado staff have been actively doing damage assessments, working their way through the areas that flooded this week. However, we want to make sure that no one is being missed in the process. ALSO, we want to identify any needs that our citizens have that are not being met by insurance or other sources. This may include things like help mucking out basements, tearing out damaged carpeting or drywall, or moving flood debris. Our hope is to identify disaster relief organizations or donors that may be able to assist with some of those unmet needs – but first we need to know those needs exist!
To help gather information, we have set up two ways for impacted individuals to share their damages and needs.
1. The first is an online form that can be accessed via the QR code or https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/76c6beb3d4d0411bbc88725d4f91f434. This form allows you to enter information about your damages, needs and even include pictures.
2. If you would prefer not to deal with online forms, we are also gathering damage and need reports through the United Way’s 2-1-1 call center. This line can be accessed Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Simply dial 2-1-1 and advise them that you experienced flooding in Butler County and need to report damages.
Please do not be discouraged if you do not receive an immediate response to your submissions – we will need time to process the information as it comes in.
Disaster Relief
• Free cleaning supplies and hygiene kits will be available for those affected by flooding June 7 and 8 at El Dorado Fire Department Station #1, 220 E. First Ave. Park in the back parking lot (Griffith St. and 2nd Ave.) If the east-facing bay door is open, supplies are available. Available supplies include: bleach, sponges, paper towels, hygiene kits and five-gallon buckets with additional supplies. Supplies courtesy of Convoy of Hope.
• Watch our social media and website for more details on how to apply for assistance through the United Way.
Donating to Flood Victims
The El Dorado Community Foundation is a trusted and safe place to donate to flood recovery efforts. Your gifts will be used directly to help local non-profits in the disaster recovery efforts. Please go to: https://bit.ly/4jFESLc
Recovery doesn’t stop when the flood waters recede, your donation will be very impactful on long term needs as well as helping displaced families immediately.
For more info about the foundation, contact board members Tabitha Sharp at the City office or Heather Rinkenbaugh at BCC.
As of June 4, 2025 –
Clean-up efforts are underway in El Dorado after flooding and evacuations throughout town on Tuesday, June 3. Below is what you need to know about the clean-up process, closures and next steps:
Streets
All streets in El Dorado are now open. City crews are assessing any damage, making repairs and cleaning up remaining debris. Please continue to drive carefully in affected areas.
Bike Path Closure
The Bike Path is closed from Dillons to East Park for the next few days while city crews clean up the storm debris. Please avoid that area.
Manhole Lids
Please use caution while out over the next few days walking or driving because many manhole lids have been displaced by the flooding. Crews will replace them as they are able. If you find a lid that has not been replaced, you can report it to 316-321-9100.
Trash Carts
If you are missing your trash cart due to flooding and cannot locate it in your neighborhood, please contact Public Works at 316-322-4481. If you have an additional cart that has washed up in your yard, please set it by the curb and crews will pick it up and get it back to its proper home.
Flood Insurance - Permit & Damage Assessment Required
If your home or business was affected by recent flooding, please get in touch with the City of El Dorado Engineering Department at 316-321-9100 ext. 153 for a permit before beginning any repairs, especially if you are located within a designated floodplain.
Why Does This Matter? As a participating community in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), we are required to evaluate all flood-damaged structures for compliance with local and federal regulations. This ensures repairs meet floodplain development standards and protect both your property and future flood insurance eligibility.
Residential Flood Clean-Up
If you have items damaged by the flood, the city will be providing assistance with removal. More information will be released on this in the coming days.
Transportation
If your vehicle was damaged by flood waters and you need assistance with transportation, the Butler County Transit buses are available. Rides are 50 cents and are available from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday, with the last pickup at 3:45 p.m. Please call 316-775-0500 to schedule a ride.
Volunteers/Donations
At this time, volunteers and donations are not being requested. This will be coordinated by the American Red Cross once needs have been determined.
If you have been affected by the flooding and need assistance, please contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS.