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New Processed used by FEMA

  • 1.  New Processed used by FEMA

    Posted 08-15-2014 04:12 PM

    After much study and anticipation, a new process used by FEMA to analyze and map areas behind non-accredited levee systems was introduced last summer.  Has anyone utilized the new approach for a FIRM update and what are your thoughts about the designated Zone D - an area of undetermined, but possible, flood hazard?


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    David Renetzky P.E., M.ASCE
    Water Resources Engineer
    HNTB
    Kansas City MO
    (816) 527-2313
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