Bay County Sheriff's Office Headquarters Now Fully Powered with New 450 kW Backup Generator

Panama City, FL – The Bay County Sheriff's Office Headquarters at 3421 FL-77 in Panama City now has a new backup power system. This project ensures the facility can maintain continuous operations during severe weather or other hazards.

The installation of a 450 kW permanent generator and two automatic transfer switches provides critical protection for the Sheriff's Office building. This upgrade allows the headquarters to remain operational even if the main power grid fails, a vital capability for emergency services in a region prone to severe weather events.

Funding for the project, totaling $264,094.01, came from multiple sources. The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) DR-4399-14-R provided a significant portion, with additional support from Community Development Block Grant Funds Project M0062. The Department of Florida Commerce and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) administered the CDBG funds.

The new generator system includes robust protections. It is shielded against a 500-year flood event and features a wind-rated enclosure, meeting stringent federal, state, and local regulations. Construction for Project 4399-014-R/M0062 is 100% complete and has officially closed out.