Sarasota County Flood Zones by Address

How to Find Your Flood Zone

To find your flood zone, you can use the FEMA Flood Map Service Center. This website allows you to search for your address and see if it is located in a flood zone.

What is a Flood Zone?

A flood zone is an area that has been identified as having a high risk of flooding. Flood zones are determined by FEMA based on a number of factors, including the elevation of the land, the history of flooding in the area, and the presence of flood control structures.

Types of Flood Zones

There are two main types of flood zones: high-risk flood zones and moderate-risk flood zones.

• High-risk flood zones are areas that have a 1% annual chance of flooding. These zones are typically located in areas that are near rivers, streams, or other bodies of water.
• Moderate-risk flood zones are areas that have a 0.2% annual chance of flooding. These zones are typically located in areas that are not as close to bodies of water, but are still at risk of flooding.

Why is it Important to Know Your Flood Zone?

Knowing your flood zone is important because it can help you make informed decisions about your property. If you live in a high-risk flood zone, you may need to purchase flood insurance. Flood insurance can help you cover the costs of repairing or replacing your property if it is damaged by a flood.

How to Reduce Your Flood Risk

There are a number of things you can do to reduce your flood risk, including:

• Elevate your home. Elevating your home can help to protect it from flooding. You can elevate your home by raising it on stilts or by building a basement.
• Install flood control devices. Flood control devices, such as sump pumps and backflow valves, can help to keep water out of your home.
• Create a flood plan. A flood plan is a document that outlines what you will do in the event of a flood. Your flood plan should include information on how to evacuate your home, where to go for shelter, and how to contact emergency services.