Volusia County Government strives to maintain information pertaining to this application as up-to-date as possible however, independent verification of the data displayed is recommended to assure its accuracy. The map information displayed is not survey accurate. Significant portions of the County's flood risk maps were updated and became effective September 29, 2017.ĭISCLAIMER: The data employed within this application was developed through a variety of sources, including the County, our many municipal jurisdictions and the private sector utilizing data collected at various scales. The likelihood of a flood occurring within a 100-year stretch of time is very, very high, but there’s no way to predict when the next flood will occur – or the one after that. It is the flood elevation that has a 1- percent chance of being equaled or exceeded each year it is not the flood that will occur once every 100 years. The term "100-year flood" is a little confusing. Such areas are classified as Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA), and are located in a 100-year flood zone. The inland high-risk zones will be labeled “A” or “AE”, and coastal high-risk zones that have additional risk from storm surge will be labeled “VE”.Ī floodplain is the part of the land where water collects, pools, and flows during the course of natural events. effective February 19, 2014, September 29, 2017, and August 7, 2018įlood hazard maps, also called “Flood Insurance Rate Maps” or “FIRMs,” are used to determine the flood risk to your home or business. Health Dept.The current Flood Risk products are below.City's Community Rating System Information Page.City of Milford Coastal Resilience Plan June 2016.2017 Interactive Map on upcoming flood map changes.
Information on mitigating flood risks can be found a number of ways. Flood hazard mitigation measures are a sustained effort that work to eliminate or reduce the risk of flooding impacts to people and property while preparing communities for disaster response. One of the most successful approaches to solving the impacts caused by flooding is mitigation. The City is actively taking measures to improve our class rating.įind out more on Milford's Community Rating System Information Page. As of November of 2014 the City of Milford has earned a class of 9 which gives all flood insurance policy holders an automatic 5% deduction on their premiums. Depending on the community class rating, flood insurance premium rates are discounted to reward the community’s actions.
In 1990, the NFIP implemented a voluntary incentive program to called the “Community Rating System” (CRS), a program that rewards community efforts to go beyond minimum flood protection standards. It is important to note that regular homeowner's insurance does not cover flood losses and that those outside of the flood plain may want to voluntarily purchase flood insurance. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is a federal program managed under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that provides a mean for property owners to obtain flood insurance. Should you encounter a flooded road remember the slogan "Turn Around Don't Drown" - flooded roadways are deceptive and dangerous.Īll homeowners in a flood zone that have federally-backed lending such as a mortgage or home equity loan are required to have flood insurance. It is important to evacuate your area when advised. The Milford Heath Department has developed a page on Flood and Hurricanes that includes practical safety measures to prepare your home and family in the event of a flood or a hurricane. Indirect flooding that occurs outside floodplains and localized nuisance flooding along tributaries are also common problems in the City. Hurricanes and coastal storms have caused severe coastal flooding as well as flooding along the Wepawaug River. In general, the potential for flooding is widespread across Milford, with the majority of major flooding occurring along established flood zones. Your flood risk isn't just based on history: it's based on many factors that include current weather patterns, natural changes in the environment, and recent development in your community.įlood zones cover about one-third of the city. The City's Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies flooding as our primary natural hazard.į defines a flood as a general and temporary condition where 2 or more acres of normally dry land or two or more properties are inundated by water or mudflow.
As a result of its geography and topography, the City has strong potential for flooding, as identified on FEMA Risk Maps. Milford is a coastal community surrounded and intersected by water bodies. Interactive map showing sea level rise FLOODING Interactive Map on upcoming flood map changes Image source: CLICK HERE FOR FEMA Flood Map Service Center Page
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