Flood Protection

1. Know your flood hazard - discover where your property is in relation to the floodplain.


2. Insure your property for your flood hazard - even properties located outside of the floodplain should be insured for flood.


3. Protect people from the hazard - turn around don't drown.


4. Protect your property from the hazard - retrofit your home or business to help protect from flooding.


5. Build responsibly - retrofit homes or businesses in flood zones, do not build in the floodway.


6. Protect natural floodplain functions - keep ditches and culverts clear of debris.


7. Protect yourself and your property from hurricanes - have a hurricane plan.


8. Be prepared for natural hazards - have plans for hurricanes, tornadoes and other natural events.


9. General flood education - find the flood history for your area.