The purpose of this page is to define Alluvial Fan Flooding, a commonly used term in floodplain management. To explore other common floodplain management terms access the NFIP Policy Index.
Definition/Description
Flooding occurring on the surface of an alluvial fan or similar landform which originates at the apex and is characterized by high-velocity flows; active processes of erosion, sediment transport, and deposition; and unpredictable flowpaths. Alluvial fan flooding is depicted on a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) as Zone AO, with a flood depth and velocity.
NFIP Requirement
Guidance
- IS-9 Managing Floodplain Development Through The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) (Page 1-14) and Regulatory Standards (page 6-28)
- CRS Commentary Supplement for Special Hazards Credit
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Last Updated:
04/26/2016 - 13:07