Benton hurricane guide¶

Benton is a city in Saline County, central Arkansas, far from the coast. The city says flooding is a real hazard during the winter and spring rainy seasons and that flash flooding can occur during even small summer thunderstorm warnings. For county agencies, see the Saline County page.

Checked on October 10, 2026

Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from the City of Benton. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.

Official website: bentonar.gov

What to know in Benton¶

The city asks residents to set up weather alerts on a cell phone and to keep a battery operated radio on hand in case of power loss.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Service	Number	Notes
City Hall	501-776-5900	Office line. Not for emergencies.
Police non-emergency	501-776-5948	For police matters that are not emergencies.
Report local flooding or severe runoff	501-776-5930	The number the city lists for reporting local flooding. Not for emergencies.
Street and Drainage Department	501-776-5990	The city lists this number for urgent drainage issues.
Flood zone help (Floodplain Administrator)	501-776-5938	Call with questions about flood plains.

Official alerts and information¶

Flood Plain Information (City of Benton): The city's notice on flood hazard areas, drainage, flood insurance, and who to call. Website.

County services that cover Benton¶

Saline County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Benton. The Saline County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.

Saline County CodeRED Alerts: Free alerts by phone call, text, or email during an emergency. Sign up before a storm. Website.

Sources¶

Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.