Oyster Creek hurricane guide¶
Oyster Creek is a small industrial city in southern Brazoria County, about six miles from Surfside Beach, where hurricanes can bring storm surge, flooding, and high winds. The city has its own police department and runs its own water system.
Checked on October 3, 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 Oyster Creek. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: cityofoystercreek.org
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 979-233-0243 | 3210 FM 523. Monday to Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police non-emergency | 979-233-8481 | Oyster Creek Police Department, 3210 FM 523. The county Disaster Guide lists this number for the city emergency manager too. For police matters that are not emergencies. |
County services that cover Oyster Creek¶
Brazoria County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Oyster Creek. The Brazoria County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- Brazoria County Emergency Mgmt. app: The county's free app for alerts, evacuation routes, shelter information, river levels, and STEAR registration. Search for "Brazoria County Emergency Mgmt." in the App Store or Google Play. The link goes to the county's emergency management page. Website.
- Brazoria County Office of Emergency Management: The county's official hurricane information page. Website.
Power, water and debris¶
- Oyster Creek water service: City water accounts are handled at City Hall. Phone: 979-233-0243. Website.
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a hurricane shelter
- Hurricane supply list
- After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 3, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.