
09/30/2025
Backyard burning will reopen on October 1st and will be allowed through December 15th. This only applies to small backyard debris piles within our fire district. At this time, ODF has not released when the fire restrictions in ODF protected areas (areas outside of our fire district) will be lifted.
Even though we are headed into our wetter months, warm weather and low humidities are still possible. Be sure you are checking weather conditions not only for the day you plan to burn, but the following days as well. Winds and warm weather on the days after you light create conditions for rekindling fires that are thought to be out.
Additionally, ODF and DEQ assess air quality and weather patterns to determine what days are burn days. Daily backyard burning authorization can be found at the link below or can be obtained by calling 503-472-3344.
https://smkmgt.com/burn.php