Big Bags To The Rescue!

In the heart of the flooding season, it's important to have plans and procedures in place so you are prepared before the flooding occurs. Floodwaters can't be stopped, but they can be diverted. This is where BIG BAGS USA® comes in. We have engineered the best protective flood barriers systems on the market today and our team of highly skilled technicians is available at a moment's notice to help you prepare for flooding in your area.

Wonder why we are the best in the business? Well continue reading our blog and we'll lay out why BIG BAGS USA® should be your trusted source for flood barrier and mitigation systems in the US.


About our Barrier Systems


BIG BAGS USA® protective flood barrier systems consist of five, one cubic yard sandbags. The dimensions of the system are 40” in height, 36” in width, and 180” in length. The lightweight expandable accordion-like, sandbags flood barrier enables one laborer to easily move the systems into position while using a minimum of storage. Every individual one cubic yard sandbag is comprised of a woven high strength Polypropylene. Our polypropylene sandbags offer the highest in UV protection and an impenetrable woven waterside, protecting sand from contamination. The result is a greater spectrum of end-use of your resources. Every flood barrier has a fill capacity of 2,700-3,400 lbs. depending on the moisture and clay content of the sand. The sandbags themselves and the utility loops have been rated at 4,400 lbs. leaving plenty of space for marginal variables. One five bag flood barrier system filled and deployed will weigh up to 17,000 lbs., considerably less than the 20,520 - 25,840 lbs. of a conventional sandbag barrier of the same dimensions. The principal concept of BIG BAGS USA® flood barrier systems is the ground conforming sandbags method without the “dead space” of conventional sandbags barriers.

BIG BAGS USA® protective flood barrier systems are stackable for threats higher than the base 40”. Using a pyramid configuration, meaning for every vertical system you will need one horizontal system, compared to sandbags that have twice the base width compared to height. Using this configuration, heights of 196” or more can easily be achieved.

In situations when BIG BAGS USA® flood barriers will receive over-topping or will be submerged, a closed top system is recommended. Close top flood barrier systems offer all the capabilities and dimensions as our open-top systems while providing the extra protection of enveloping fill material within the BIG BAGS USA® flood barrier system. The feature of the closed top systems prevents erosion and failure of your flood barrier system and protects against possible sedimentation introduction into the environment.

Each Big Bag System Includes:

  • Our 50 lbs. (22.25 km) lightweight accordion design.
  • Five 27 cu. ft. (35.28 cu. m.) high strength polypropylene Big Bags
  • The patented U-frame design allows the systems to open up and remain standing, in place, for filling. Any number of systems can be connected together.
  • Tightly woven utility loops for easy lifting and deployment
  • Optional closed top Big Bags USA systems for submerging underwater. Often used for cofferdams.
  • The highest in Ultra-Violet protection available.
  • 50-year shelf life

As you can see, our top of the line flood barrier system is fully equipped to solve your flood mitigation needs. They are fast to assemble, extremely sturdy, cost-effective, and even reusable. For communities that are looking for a high-quality flood barrier, BIG BAGS USA® has you covered.

MADE IN THE USA ~ 100% Manufactured in Missouri ~ BUY AMERICAN  


If you have an immediate need for our systems or have any questions for us, please call us toll-free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit www.BigBagsUSA.com.

ALWAYS READY TO HELP LOCAL, STATE, & FEDERAL AGENCIES ... BE PREPARED!

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