Arenac County Sheriff's Department

Arenac County Sheriff's Department The Arenac County Sheriff's Department is dedicated to keeping the citizens of Arenac County safe. For emergencies, dial 911.

For non-emergencies please call 989-846-3002. It is the priority of the Arenac County Sheriff's Department to provide a safe county for people to live and work. Sheriff Jim Mosciski is charged with maintaining a safe jail and providing professional law enforcement services to the residents of Arenac County. The Arenac County Jail is located in Standish and has a rated capacity of 46 beds. The Corr

ectional Officers strive daily to maintain a clean and safe jail for those inmates housed within its walls. The Arenac County Jail routinely receives 100% compliance ratings from the Michigan Department of Corrections during yearly inspections. Sheriff Mosciski continually strives to meet MDOC standards while keeping operational costs to a minimum, saving taxpayers dollars. The Arenac County Road Patrol operates 24 hours a day investigating a wide variety of crimes in Arenac County. It is our mission to provide a professional department who serves the community's needs. Deputies at the Arenac County Sheriff’s Office respond to a wide variety of calls and investigates a broad range of crimes. Deputies may be assigned to work in the School Resource Program, STING Narcotics, K-9 Unit or the Secondary Road Patrol Program as well. Sheriff Mosciski also maintains a Dive Team which responds to rescue calls on Saginaw Bay, as well as the inland lakes and rivers located in Arenac County. The Marine Patrol Program places Deputies upon the waterways of Arenac County enforcing the marine laws of our state.

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05/03/2026

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04/22/2026

📣Impacted by the recent spring flooding? 211 is here to help connect you with essential resources and assistance.

📱Call 211, Text your ZIP to TXT 211 (898-211), or visit 211nemichigan.org to live chat to get the support you need 24 hours a day.

🚨Report Damage: By contacting 211, you can report any damage to your property and ensure it's included in the official disaster clean-up database. This helps authorities understand the scope of the flooding and allocate resources effectively.

🚨Additional Aid: 211 can connect you with a variety of other resources, including
food assistance. Such as local food pantries and other programs.

🚨Debris removal: Learn about options for getting rid of flood-related debris.

More support: Connect with other agencies and organizations providing assistance for housing, financial help, and other needs.

Get Connected. Get Help!
211nemichigan.org


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211 Northeast Michigan is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to connecting individuals and families across 22 counties with essential health, human, and social services. Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our free and confidential helpline offers assistance with a wide range of needs...

04/21/2026

Updated:
Closed roads due to flooding or repairs.

Arenac State Rd :US23 to River Rd, probably the remainder of the week. They are waiting on MDOT inspection.

Twining Rd: Court to Santiago

04/17/2026
If you have flood damage, here is a link you can self report so that Fema can get an idea of the damage. *********Also,...
04/17/2026

If you have flood damage, here is a link you can self report so that Fema can get an idea of the damage.

*********Also, sump pumps and muck out kits are available to Arenac residents by calling 211*******

This survey is provided by the Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division for statewide use for residents to report damage following disasters. Survey data is shared with local Emergency Management programs.

04/17/2026

Be advised that the Road Commision will be at the Rifle River Bridge/State Rd and will be clearing additional debris this morning. This may may raise the water level downstream.

04/16/2026

Current road closures.

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*FLASH FLOOD ALERT* Please be advised that MDOT is having debris cleared from the US 23 bridge in Omer shortly. The d...
04/16/2026

*FLASH FLOOD ALERT* Please be advised that MDOT is having debris cleared from the US 23 bridge in Omer shortly. The decision was made by MDOT as they are concerned about debri built up which may compromise the bridge, and or cause collapse. Expect waters downstream to rise.

04/15/2026

Please share: At 8am tomorrow, log jams impacting bridge integrity along state rd, and US 23 will be removed. This could cause a rise in water levels down stream. Please be aware. Deputies were out today, warning residents who reside along the river door to door. Praying the river level continues to drop.

Recently, the Arenac County Sheriff's Office personnel and the Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police Department were invited by...
04/14/2026

Recently, the Arenac County Sheriff's Office personnel and the Saginaw Chippewa Tribal Police Department were invited by the Au Gres school district to spend their lunch break eating and visiting with students. A great visit was enjoyed by police, students, and staff.

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