Putnam County, Indiana
We could not verify the current status for Putnam county. This is not a claim that no ban exists. Verify with the county office before burning.
What this means
- Unknown — verify with the county office
Penalties in Indiana
Under IDEM open-burning regulations (326 IAC 4-1), civil penalties can reach $2,500 per day per violation. Local burn-ban ordinances add separate misdemeanor penalties.
Classification: Local ordinance violation · Maximum fine: up to $2,500 per day (state open-burn rules)
Recent status history
- Sep 1, 2026 — Unconfirmed
Sources & audit log
| Checked | Source | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | Indiana Department of Homeland Security ↗ | source not verifiable |
Neighbouring counties
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Limits of this information
burnbanradar reads public burn-ban orders as published by Indiana Department of Homeland Security and reports them unchanged. Cities and municipalities within Putnam county may impose stricter rules than the county order. Water districts and state forestry rules may add further restrictions. When an order is ambiguous or the source cannot be reached, we show Unconfirmed instead of guessing a status. The county's own posted order governs.
Common questions
Is Putnam county under a burn ban right now?
We could not verify the current status for Putnam county. This is not a claim that no ban exists — verify with the county office before burning.
What can I still burn in Putnam county?
Standard open burning is currently permitted, subject to any municipal ordinance in your area. Never leave a fire unattended, and keep water and a shovel nearby.
How do I report an illegal fire in Putnam county?
Call 911 for any fire that is out of control or threatens property. For non-emergency violations of a burn-ban order, contact the Putnam Sheriff's Office or fire marshal.