What are the new flood maps for Missouri?

New and Preliminary Missouri Flood Maps provide the public an early look at a home or community’s projected risk to flood hazards. This page is for homeowners who want to understand how their current effective Flood Map may change when the preliminary FEMA maps becomes effective.

What is the release of preliminary flood hazard maps?

The release of preliminary flood hazard maps, or Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), is an important step in the mapping lifecycle for a community.

When did the last flood hazard map come out?

This release provides community officials, the public, and other stakeholders with their first view of the current flood hazards, which include changes that may have occurred in the flood risks throughout the community, or county, since the last flood hazard map was published.

How big was the Mississippi River flood in 2017?

The Lewis & Clark statue titled ‘The Captain’s Return’ lies partially submerged in Mississippi River floodwater along Leonor K. Sullivan Boulevard as the river reaches 41.6 feet on Friday, May 5, 2017, headed for a Saturday crest of 41.8 feet. Photo by Robert Cohen, [email protected]

Is there a county seat in Farmington MO?

Established more than 200 years ago, Farmington, Missouri, has become a burgeoning force in the Midwest region. The county seat for St. Francois County in beautiful Southeast Missouri, Farmington prides itself on a rich and very valued heritage, while at the same time experiencing continuous growth, both residentially and economically.

Where can I find a FEMA flood map?

The FEMA Flood Map Service Center (MSC) is the official online location to find all flood hazard mapping products created under the NFIP, including your community’s flood map.

How do you find out what flood zone you are in?

Flood zones are indicated in a community’s flood map. Each flood zone describes the flood risk for a particular area, and those flood zones are used to determine insurance requirements and costs. Know your property’s flood risk.