Fema harris county texas flood plain map free download

Flood insurance is sold through more than 85 private insurance companies and agents, and is available to homeowners, business owners, and renters. Contact your insurance agent to help you decide what kind of flood protection is best for you. Information on how to purchase a flood insurance policy is also available at www.

Property Protection Measures. Home and business owners can protect themselves from future floods or reduce the effect of future floods by various means including:. Additional information on flood protection measures and building protection is also available in floodplain "libraries" maintained by the Harris County both at the 26 branches of Harris County Public Library and at Harris County Permit Office. Localized Drainage Concerns Residential Properties. Under Texas Water Law, "No person may divert or impound the natural flow of surface waters in this state, or permit a diversion or impounding by him to continue in a manner that damages the property of another by the overflow of the water diverted or impounded.

Flood Safety. Nobody can stop a flood, but there are actions you can take before, during, and after a flood to protect your family and keep your property losses to a minimum. Stay Tuned. Listen to your radio, TV, or National Weather Service radio for the latest information on weather conditions that can cause flooding.

Learn and Understand the Difference:. Stay Alert. Avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather. Poor visibility can make trips dangerous. Warn children not play near swollen creeks, storm drains, or culverts. Do not go near creeks and low-water crossings. Beware of rising, swift-moving water. Creeks can rise to dangerous levels in as little as one hour. Man-made features such as storm drains, fences, and culverts create additional "strainers" that can snag and drown even the strongest swimmer.

If you see major obstructions such as downed trees or telephone poles in a creek, or if you see a blocked culvert or bridge opening, call If Time Allows Stay Away.

Do not drive or walk into water that is flowing across low water crossings, bridges, or roadways. If you come upon a flooded road, turn around and go another way. Heed all warnings and street barricades - if you go around once, you are subject to a fine.

For more information on road closures, call These areas are especially dangerous because:. Move to a Safer Area. Evacuate your house if instructed to do so. Follow emergency instructions.

It is much safer and easier to evacuate before flood waters become too deep. If the waters start to rise inside your house before you have evacuated, retreat to the second floor, attic or roof. Take dry clothing, a flashlight, and a portable radio. Call Your Agent If your home, apartment, or business has suffered damage, call the insurance company that handles your flood insurance policy right away to initiate a claim.

Document Damage Take color photographs or video of any damages resulting from the flood. Before Entering a Flooded Building. Boil Water Until local authorities proclaim your water supply to be safe, boil water for drinking and food preparation. Water should be boiled vigorously for five minutes before using. Careful Cleaning. Flood waters pick up sewage and chemicals from roads, farms, and factories. If your home has been flooded, protect your family's health by cleaning up your house right away.

You can search for open positions and access resources for working with the Flood Control District, here. With the advancements in technology and the combined knowledge of District staff, we can present the data you need to be better informed by harnessing GIS's powerful ability to graphically illustrate and organize that data. One way we're doing it is via Interactive Mapping Tools. GIS keeps the public in the know, helps our employees do their jobs and, most importantly, helps the District fulfill its mission for you.

Monitor rainfall amounts and water levels in bayous and major streams on a real-time basis. Mapped floodplains in Harris County relative to residences, businesses and other structures. Mowing cycles are set based on current weather patterns and vary somewhat from year to year.

Reference marks play an important role in the permitting of development and administration of the National Flood Insurance Program in Harris County. About About About the District.

Learn More. Flood Damage Reduction Tools. Flood Damage Reduction Tools The Harris County Flood Control District utilizes a number of techniques, or primary "tools," to reduce flood damages throughout the county.

Harris County's Flooding History. Flooding and Floodplains. Flooding and Floodplains Did you know that everyone lives in a flood zone? Partnership Funding. Partnership Funding Partnerships with federal and state agencies, local communities, and private interests play a vital role in funding many of the projects completed by the Flood Control District.

Activity Bond Program. Capital Improvement Program. Capital Improvement Program Capital projects include those major projects that reduce flooding risks and damages by increasing stormwater conveyance capacity in bayous and drainage channels, or by excavating stormwater detention basins.

Subdivision Drainage Projects. Maintenance Programs. Additional Programs. Active Projects. Active Projects The Flood Control District builds and maintains numerous capital and major maintenance projects throughout the county. Resources Storm Center. Storm Center Stay informed and prepared! Interactive Mapping Tools.

Interactive Mapping Tools Interactive Mapping Tools keep the residents of Harris County and the City of Houston informed, helps Flood Control District employees do their jobs and, most importantly, help us fulfill our mission to provide flood damage reduction projects that work, with appropriate regard for community and natural values. Education Materials.

Education Materials Access resources for educating yourself and others about Harris County's waterways. Technical Manuals. Downloads Learn More. Glossary Learn More. FAQ Learn More. Community Community Engagement and Public Meetings. Community Engagement and Public Meetings Visit this page to get information about upcoming and completed community engagement and public meetings.

Contact Us. Clear Creek. Cypress Creek. Greens Bayou. Halls Bayou. Hunting Bayou. Jackson Bayou. Little Cypress Creek. Luce Bayou. San Jacinto River. Sims Bayou. Spring Creek.

Vince Bayou. White Oak Bayou. Willow Creek. Flood Warning System. Report House Flooding. Preparing for a Storm. Harris County Flood Education. Mowing Schedule Explained. Active Construction Projects. Model and Map Management M3 System. Harris County Floodplain Reference Marks. Clean Waterways. Regional Public Education Services Program. School-Age information materials. All Technical Manuals. Application to Discharge Cad Standards Manual. Channel System - Unit Numbers.

Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan Hydrology and Hydraulics Guidance Manual. Little Cypress Creek Interim Guidelines. Lomr Delegation. Model and Map Management System. Natural Stable Channel Design. Ordinary High Water Mark Manual.

Previously Approved Submittals Reference Book. Upper Langham Creek Development Guidelines. Mapped Floodplains. Channels Bayous and Creeks. Mapped Floodplains — Areas delineated on a Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Insurance Rate Map FIRM or floodplain map that are at risk for flooding from a bayou, creek or other waterway overflowing its banks during certain rainfall or storm-related events.

Floodway — A regulatory zone within a 1 percent year floodplain closest to a bayou or creek where land development is regulated by a city or a county. Structures located in a 1 percent year floodplain have a minimum of a 1 percent chance of flooding in any given year and a minimum of a 26 percent chance of flooding during a year period of time.