Jan 22, 2024 · Floods occur naturally and can happen almost anywhere. They may not even be near a body of water, although river and coastal flooding are two of the most common types. …

Oct 21, 2025 · Floodplains provide numerous flood loss reduction benefits as a result of their unique natural functions. Rivers and streams shape floodplain topography and influence …

Mar 28, 2025 · Learn about opportunities for reducing flood risk and lowering community flood insurance premiums while enjoying the benefits of naturally functioning floodplains.

About Flood Map Service Center The FEMA Flood Map Service Center (MSC) is the official public source for flood hazard information produced in support of the National Flood Insurance …

Apr 3, 2025 · The National Flood Hazard Layer (NFHL) is a geospatial database that contains current effective flood hazard data. FEMA provides the flood hazard data to support the …

Protect Natural Floodplains Learn about the benefits of protecting natural floodplain functions. Reduce Insurance Costs Discover opportunities and benefits for reducing flood risk and …

Managing Floodplains for Local, Elected Officials and Executives This 1.5 hour presentation is designed to be given by a Floodplain Administrator to their own senior leadership.

Mar 25, 2025 · Today, FEMA announced that it has stopped implementing certain floodplain management requirements for federally funded projects. This action—directed by President …

Provisions in the Code of Federal Regulations (44 CFR § 9.11) require FEMA to minimize both potential harm to lives and federal investments from flood risks and potential adverse impacts …

This document provides guidance for riverine mapping and floodplains, and all the components that accompany it. FEMA prepares flood hazard mapping to create broad-based awareness of …