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Important Information from E911 Director
October 1, 2013
It has been brought to my attention by the responding emergency agencies that cover Scott County, that building structures, such as businesses and houses are not displaying the number plates provided by the 911 office. This is a violation of the law when the number is not posted on the building as outlined. Read the ordinance (PDF) and the specifics of posting your house and business number. If you have any questions please call our office at 276-386-7220.
Scott County, VA Maps
- County Road Map - Back (PDF)
- County Road Map - Front (PDF)
- Election Districts (PDF)
- Election Precincts (PDF)
- Electric Coverage Areas (PDF)
- EMS Response Zones (PDF)
- Fire Response Zones (PDF)
- Historical Markers (PDF)
- Postal Zones (PDF)
- Recreation Areas (PDF)
- Recycling and Solid Waste Centers (PDF)
- Road List (PDF)
- Tax Map Index Grid (PDF)
- Telephone Coverage Areas (PDF)
- What is E 911?
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911 is a lifesaving emergency notification network in which the caller is identified by an automatic number identifier (ANI) and an automatic location identifier (ALI). This information is automatically displayed on the dispatcher's computer screen at the time the emergency call is answered at the dispatch center. The caller is required to only dial 3 numbers 911 to be connected to the public safety answering point (PSAP). 911 is a nationally known emergency notification number.
- What does the "E" stand for?
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Enhanced, this means the dispatcher gets address information as well as phone number information when you dial 911.
- Why does a road have to have a name?
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The name assigns a specific name to a specific road which is used to identify your general location in the county. Your house number on that named road identifies your specific location on that road. Many times a caller is unable to give directions to their home or is unable to remember their road number in time of emergency.
- How are addresses assigned?
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The new address meets the National Emergency Number Association (NENA) standards. Addresses are assigned every 5.28 feet to coincide with 5,280 feet in a mile. You are assigned a house number and street name.
- Will I still be able to get mail at my post office box?
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Yes, if you choose to keep your post office box for your mailing address that is ok. You will have a new 911 address for you house, and you will still be required to post your house number on your house.
- Will I have to put my new address on my mailbox?
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Yes, the postal service needs to be able to find your mailbox.
- Will I have to put my new address on my house?
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Yes, you will be required to put your house number on your house. Posting your number on your house makes it easier for emergency responders to find you. In addition, it assists various delivery services to locate you to provide goods and services that you may have ordered.
- You can't see my house from the road, how will responders find me?
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You will still be required to put your house number on your house and post your house number at the end of the driveway.
- When will my address change?
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Changes to addresses have been made. If you have not received your new 911 address contact the addressing office at 276-386-7220.
- What is the number for 911?
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911