Free sandbags in Beaufort County, SC
Where to get sandbags, how to get official alerts, and how to check your own address before the next storm.
Where to get free sandbags in Beaufort County, SC
In August 2024, Beaufort County Public Works ran free self-serve sandbag filling stations at 9 Benton Field Road, Bluffton, and 80 Shanklin Road, Beaufort, limit 10 bags per resident, no contractors, bring your own bags and shovel; sites open when storms threaten, check with the county.
- Beaufort County: sandbag filling stations (Aug 2024)beaufortcountysc.gov
- Beaufort County: stations, second noticebeaufortcountysc.gov
Checked against official sources on October 25, 2026.
Free storm alerts for Beaufort County
When the National Weather Service issues a flood, fire, wind or hurricane warning for Beaufort County, we email you right away with what to do. We also give you a heads-up a day ahead when NOAA forecasts severe storms or flash-flooding rain.
Want alerts for your exact street instead? Check your address and sign up there.
Flood maps for Beaufort County
18,392 FEMA flood-zone areas mapped across 144 map panels.
MyStormPlan hosts FEMA's flood map data for Beaufort County (FEMA data as of March 23, 2021), so you can see the exact zone at your front door in seconds. You'll also see wildfire, earthquake and other hazard layers for your address.
Get official emergency alerts
Beaufort County's official alert system is Town of Hilton Head Island emergency alerts. It's free and sends warnings to your phone when a storm, fire or evacuation affects your area.
Before the storm: a quick checklist
- Pick up sandbags early. Supplies run out once a storm is in the forecast.
- Fill bags about halfway and lay them flat, overlapping like bricks, at doorways and the garage door.
- Clear gutters, downspouts and the storm drain in front of your house.
- Move valuables, papers and electronics off the floor.
- Take photos or a video of your rooms and belongings for insurance.
- Never walk or drive through floodwater. Turn around, don't drown.
Questions people ask
Where can I get free sandbags in Beaufort County, SC?
In August 2024, Beaufort County Public Works ran free self-serve sandbag filling stations at 9 Benton Field Road, Bluffton, and 80 Shanklin Road, Beaufort, limit 10 bags per resident, no contractors, bring your own bags and shovel; sites open when storms threaten, check with the county.
How do I get emergency alerts in Beaufort County, SC?
Sign up for Town of Hilton Head Island emergency alerts, which is free, and turn on Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone.
How do I know if my home is in a flood zone in Beaufort County, SC?
Enter your address at mystormplan.com/check to see your FEMA flood zone and other hazards for your exact property, free.
How many sandbags do I need?
A common rule of thumb is about 100 bags to build a wall 1 foot high and 20 feet long. Most homes use sandbags to steer water away from doorways and garage doors. Fill bags only about halfway so they lie flat and tight.
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