San Felipe Pueblo, known in Keres as Katishtya, was founded in 1706 and is both a sovereign tribal nation and a census-designated place. It lies at about 5,131 feet, roughly 10 miles north of Bernalillo near Interstate 25. Nearly every home here is occupied year-round, and more than half of households include children, so a damaged house quickly becomes a family emergency.
We don't clean or rebuild anything ourselves; Fire & Water Energy simply makes referrals. Call (866) 937-3230 and we'll try to find an independent restoration contractor willing to work in San Felipe Pueblo. Because the pueblo requires visitor permits, any outside company will need proper authorization before entering. We can't promise availability; read our referral disclosure.
A long list of federal disasters for Sandoval County
Since 2000, the county has been named in eight FEMA major disaster declarations. They include a severe forest fire in 2000 (DR-1329), severe storms and flooding in 2006 (DR-1659), flooding in 2011 (DR-4047) and 2012 (DR-4079), two 2013 declarations for storms, flooding and mudslides (DR-4148 and DR-4152), severe storms and flooding in 2014 (DR-4197), and the 2022 declaration for wildfires, straight-line winds, flooding, mudflows and debris flows (DR-4652).
Those declarations are county-wide and don't say which communities were hit hardest. Still, they show that both fire and floodwater are realistic threats in this part of the Rio Grande region.
Household water damage: what usually goes wrong
Day-to-day leaks are far more common than floods. Water heaters, kitchen and bathroom supply lines, washing machines and evaporative coolers all fail eventually. Winter cold can freeze exposed plumbing, and summer thunderstorms test roofs and flashing.
Busy family homes can hide a slow drip for weeks under a sink or behind a tub. When water damage restoration in San Felipe Pueblo is needed, a typical contractor will locate the source, extract standing water and dry the structure using dehumidifiers and moisture meters. Our emergency water removal page covers the first stage, and water damage repair covers what comes after.
Federal disaster declarations that included Sandoval County
FEMA records show Sandoval County was included in 8 major disaster declarations for weather or fire events from 2000 through 2026 (3 severe storm, 3 flood, 2 fire, by FEMA incident type). Declarations are made at the county level, so they do not mean every neighborhood in San Felipe Pueblo was affected. The most recent:
- 2022 – Wildfires, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Mudflows, and Debris Flows (DR-4652)
- 2014 – Severe Storms and Flooding (DR-4197)
- 2013 – Severe Storms, Flooding, and Mudslides (DR-4152)
- 2013 – Severe Storms and Flooding (DR-4148)
- 2012 – Flooding (DR-4079)
- 2011 – Flooding (DR-4047)
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, retrieved 2026-10-10. Counts include major disaster (DR) declarations with hurricane, flood, severe storm, tropical storm, fire, tornado, coastal storm, winter or ice storm, mudslide and dam/levee incident types.
Water, fire or storm damage in San Felipe Pueblo?
Call (866) 937-3230 and tell us what happened at your San Felipe Pueblo property.
Fire, smoke and soot after a blaze
The county's disaster history includes major wildfires, and smoke from fires elsewhere can drift into homes. Inside, heating appliances, cooking and electrical problems cause most house fires. Soot travels through air returns and settles far from the original flames.
A well-run restoration company will usually remove burned materials, clean soot from walls and belongings, change filters and address odor. For a closer look at the process, our fire damage restoration page explains common steps, and soot removal covers residue cleaning.
Floodwater, mud and storm cleanup
Several of the county's declarations mention mudslides, mudflows or debris flows, which leave sediment that is heavy, dirty and difficult to remove. Treat any water or mud from outside as contaminated, and keep children away from it.
Contractors doing flood cleanup generally shovel and pump out debris and water, remove wet drywall and insulation, sanitize surfaces and dry the framing. After windstorms, storm damage cleanup often begins with tarping damaged roofs.
Keeping mold out of a damp home
Mold can begin growing on wet materials within a day or two, and households with young children or anyone who has asthma should take it seriously. Musty smells and dark spots near baseboards are early warning signs.
EPA guidance treats about 10 square feet as the dividing line: smaller patches can often be cleaned by the homeowner, while larger growth calls for a trained professional with containment. You can read about the typical steps on our mold removal page.
Safety and recovery steps for San Felipe Pueblo families
- Call 911 right away for fire, injuries or a gas leak, and get everyone out.
- Follow instructions from pueblo leadership and county emergency officials.
- Turn off water and electricity only if it's safe to do so.
- Photograph the damage and keep receipts for emergency purchases.
- Check with your insurer about coverage; it depends on your policy.
- Sandoval County's emergency management office shares preparedness material, including a Ready, Set, Go! guide.
Neighborhoods and nearby communities
Nearby communities with their own pages (straight-line distance from San Felipe Pueblo):
- Bernalillo · 11 mi
- Corrales · 16 mi
- Sandia Heights · 18 mi
- Rio Rancho · 19 mi
- La Cienega · 20 mi
- North Valley · 21 mi
San Felipe Pueblo restoration FAQs
Can an outside restoration contractor work in San Felipe Pueblo?
The pueblo requires permits for visitors, so a contractor will need permission before arriving. Check with pueblo authorities about the process. We can try to find a contractor, but they must follow local rules.
How often has Sandoval County had flood disasters?
FEMA included the county in flooding or storm declarations in 2006, 2011, 2012, 2013 (twice), 2014 and 2022. These were county-wide declarations, not tied to any single neighborhood.
Who coordinates emergency planning for the county?
Sandoval County Emergency Management runs the county's emergency operations center and preparedness planning. It lists San Felipe Pueblo among the tribal communities in the county. Call 911 for emergencies.
What should I do first if water is coming into my house?
Shut off the water source if you can, keep family members away from wet electrical items and take photos. Then call (866) 937-3230 so we can try to connect you with an independent contractor.
Restoration guides
- Emergency Water Removal
- Water Damage Repair
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Soot Removal
- Flood Cleanup
- Mold Removal