The result: a better picture of the area's most likely to be impacted by flooding and a better foundation from which to make key decisions.
New digital mapping techniques will provide more detailed, reliable and current data on county flood hazards. The likelihood of inland and riverine flooding in certain areas has changed along with these factors. Over time, water flow and drainage patterns have changed dramatically due to surface erosion, land use and natural forces. These maps also allow community planners, local officials, engineers, builders and others to make important determinations about where and how new structures and developments should be built.
By showing the extent to which areas of the county - and individual properties - are at risk for flooding, flood maps help business and property owners make better financial decisions about protecting their property. Flood Maps: A Risk Management Mustįlood hazard maps, also known as Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), are important tools in the effort to protect lives and properties in Osceola County. Should you experience any problems viewing this information, please call the Community Development Department at (407) 742-0200. Click the FEMA Flood Zones map and look for your address.In order to view these maps, please follow these instructions: The proposed FEMA Flood Hazard Maps are now available on the Osceola County Maps website. Osceola County, Community Development Office As a stakeholder in Osceola County's future, you should be aware of how the maps are changing and why - and how the changes will affect residents and business owners alike.įor additional information on Flood Maps or if you have questions contact: The current effective FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Osceola County is dated June 6, 2001.Īs a result of this project, property owners throughout Osceola County will have up-to-date, reliable, Internet-accessible information about their flood risk - on a property-by-property basis. The new maps reflect current flood risks, replacing maps that are over 10 years old. Please visit the Valley Water website for more information about your watershed and historical flooding information for your area.Osceola County has undertaken a multi-year project to re-examine flood zones and develop detailed, digital flood hazard maps.
The Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) is the public agency responsible for flood protection in Santa Clara County. To Learn more about purchasing flood insurance, go to Watershed Public Works is responsible for administering this program and providing flood zone information to the citizens of San José. In exchange, the City requires new land developments and remodels of existing buildings to conform to rules that minimize flood damage. Membership in the program allows residents of the City of San José to obtain federally backed mortgages and disaster assistance in the event of floods.
The City of San José is a member of the National Flood Insurance Program. To determine if your property is in a flood zone or for general information regarding flood zones, flood insurance, Special Flood Hazard Area regulations, or copies of elevation certificates, you can email or call the flood info line at (408) 535-7803. You can also check your property on the flood hazards zone map.
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