By Aman Chabra, Local News 8 Reporter

EASTERN IDAHO - Many are still feeling the effects of the recent rainfall around Eastern Idaho.

In Bingham County, a state of emergency declaration was sent down from Governor Otter's office.  However, county officials say the declaration was more of a precautionary move than anything else.

"We wanted to have the ability to call on the State if we needed it, but we don't expect things to get to that point," said Craig Rowland with Bingham County Emergency Management.

Meanwhile, Jefferson County has also been hit hard by flood waters. 

The Mike Walker Boat Dock and Camping Area are almost completely underwater.  Those who frequent the area were shocked to see how much water had collected in the recreation area.

"I hope the water goes down eventually, because we won't have very many options to go out and camp and have fun if it doesn't," said Jack Swisher of Roberts.

Meanwhile, the backyard of Greg Vansteenkist is completely flooded as a result of a rare breech of the nearby Snake River.

The breech is so bad that Vansteenkist has set up sandbags along the backside of his home to protect the patio and basement.   Meanwhile, his portable boat dock has had to be moved four times in the last two days.

He says flooding like this is very abnormal.

"Normally the water will creep in near some of the trees at the end of the lawn, but it's all completely underwater," said Vansteenkist.

Vansteenkist says officials with Jefferson County have been very helpful in getting him the supplies he needs.

"Jefferson County has been great to work with.  I called them (Tuesday), and within the hour, they had sand here for me, and within the hour we were able to get the wall put up.  I just want to protect the patio and basement, but I think this water will eventually go back down," said Vansteenkist.

Jefferson County officials are aware of the flooding situation, but say a state of emergency declaration is NOT likely for now.