This is an exciting time for the NFIP Flood Hazard Mapping Program. FEMA has
launched an ambitious Map Modernization program to speed flood map updates.
We are working with local communities and other agencies to tap into their
mapping expertise as it applies to flood maps. We are exploring use of cutting
edge technology to map larger areas at a small fraction of the cost.
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Preliminary FIS and FIRM Issued for Portions of Wake County, North Carolina
July 7, 2004
On June 29, 2004, FEMA issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report and Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Wake County, North Carolina and Incorporated Areas for public review.
View more information on the Wake County FIS and FIRM
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Numerical Models Accepted by FEMA for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Usage
May 12, 2004
Updated lists of numerical models that have met
the requirements of Subparagraph 65.6(a)(6) of the NFIP regulations that explain
conditions
by which a computer model may be used for flood hazard mapping. Also included
is a list of numerical models which FEMA no longer accepts for NFIP usage.
View the Numerical Models Accepted by FEMA for NFIP Usage
View the Numerical Models No Longer Accepted by FEMA for
NFIP Usage
Draft Data Capture Standards and Draft Data Capture Guidelines
April 16, 2004
Review the draft Data Capture Standards and draft Data Capture
Guidelines
during the 90-day review and comment period, starting April 15, 2004,
and ending on July 15, 2004. The DCS will be finalized once
all comments have been addressed.
Download the Draft Capture Standards and Draft Capture Guidelines
Preliminary FIS and FIRM Issued for Durham County, North Carolina
March 18, 2004
On March 10, 2004, FEMA issued a preliminary Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report and Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) for Durham County, North Carolina and Incorporated Areas for public review.
View more information on the Durham County FIS and FIRM
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