Floodplain Managers
- Check the Status of a Map Change Request
- Letters of Map Revision
- Ordering Technical and Administrative Support Data
- View Hazard Models
- What's New in Flood Hazard Mapping?
- Guidance Documents
- Useful Resources
- Useful Links
- Other Federal Agencies and Associations
- Frequently Asked Questions
- For More Information
The work of Floodplain Managers is fundamental to the effective management of floodplain resources and flood mitigation. The following is an overview of the types of flood hazard mapping resources (products, services, and publications) that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) makes available to State and local floodplain managers and other State and local officials, including information on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) regulations, FEMA Letter of Map Change processes, FEMA guidelines and guidance documents, and training.
Check the Status of a Map Change Request
You can view recent priority map changes and check the status of map change requests.
Letters of Map Revision
View and download the required FEMA forms including application form packages for conditional and final Letters of Map Amendment, Letters of Map Revision Based on Fill, and Letters of Map Revision on the Forms page.
Ordering Technical and Administrative Support Data
You can order by mail or facsimile a variety of technical and administrative support data for studies, map revisions, and map amendments.
View Hazard Models
The Hazards U.S. Multi-Hazard (HAZUS-MH) is a nationally applicable standardized methodology and software program that estimates potential losses from earthquakes, floods, and hurricane winds. HAZUS-MH was developed by FEMA under contract with the National Institute of Building Sciences. The following HAZUS models are available:
What's New in Flood Hazard Mapping?
Keep up with the latest developments and find out What's New in Flood Hazard Mapping.
Guidance Documents
Useful Resources
- ASFPM Certified Floodplain Manager Program
- Emergency Management Institute Training
- FEMA Forms
- FEMA Online Tutorials
- FEMA Floodplain Management Publications
- FEMA Multi-Year Flood Hazard Implementation Plan (MHIP)
You can find additional information in the Floodplain Management section of the FEMA Website.
Useful Links
- Compendium of Flood Map Changes
- Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program
- Forms, Documents, and Software
Other Federal Agencies and Associations
Frequently Asked Questions
Go to Frequently Asked Questions for Floodplain Managers.
For More Information
For more information or additional assistance:
- Please e-mail a Map Specialist.
- Please call a Map Specialist in the FEMA Map Assistance Center; toll free, at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).
- Please register to receive updates on FEMA Flood Hazard Mapping activities via e-mail.
Last Modified: Thursday, 30-Oct-2008 17:00:45 EDT
Contacts
Fast Facts
- Through the implementation of local floodplain ordinances alone, approximately $1.1 billion in flood damages are prevented annually.
- Approximately 38% of all National Flood Insurance Program claims are repetitive loss claims.
- Communities that participate in the Community Rating System may receive up to a 45% premium discount on their flood insurance policies.
References
Online Tools
- LOMA & LOMR-F Tutorial
- GIS Tutorial Series
- Is the Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program Right for You?