Flood Zone Map

REVISED AUGUST 4, 2009

On July 30, 2009 we received a new set of maps from FEMA for the National Flood Insurance Program.  These new maps are significantly different from the May 12, 2009 version of the map.  You can download the July 30, 2009 flood maps by clicking on the picture below.  It is a large file (25 mb) so it will be slow loading.  The map includes layers which can be turned on and off so you can compare the existing flood maps with the new flood map proposal.  For now I have removed the May 12, 2009 version of the map to avoid any confusion.  The July 30, 2009 maps are the version which the town will need to adopt at next May’s Town Meeting in order to ensure the town remains eligible for flood insurance.

Using this map and Adobe Reader 9.0 you can turn on and off the flood data layers.  Doing so will provide you with a clear illustration of the flood zone changes.  To make use of these features you will need to download the file to your computer.

July 30, 2009 Updated Preliminary Flood Zones

July 30, 2009 Updated Preliminary Flood Zones

10 Responses

  1. Al, on July 8th, 2009 at 4:09 pm Said:

    maybe a map of all of MA?

  2. Daniel Fortier, on July 8th, 2009 at 8:12 pm Said:

    Al

    Unfortunately we were only provided data for Barnstable County. Even then, I do not have base data for the other towns. You will need to contact specific communities or FEMA for data on these other areas.

    Dan

  3. David Cronin, on July 27th, 2009 at 10:55 am Said:

    Dan,

    A friend of mine has a home off of Swan River.
    The water at high tide is 6ft from her back deck.
    It’s getting closer & closer every year.
    Is there anything the town can do to help her with this??

    Any help would be greatly appreciated.

    Regards,

    David Cronin

  4. Daniel Fortier, on August 2nd, 2009 at 4:38 pm Said:

    David

    Not an easy answer. The river cuts through mostly sand and changes course over the years. The town is looking to dredge the mouth of the river which could be of some help. Your friend should talk to the Conservation Commission about specific actions she could take.

    Dan

  5. Michelle Powers, on September 29th, 2009 at 10:29 am Said:

    These maps are proposals? When would they be official?

  6. Daniel Fortier, on September 29th, 2009 at 10:45 am Said:

    The current timetable is for these maps to become official next summer, either in June or July 2010. The town will need to adopt these maps at next May’s Town Meeting to remain eligible for the Flood Insurance Program.

  7. Michelle Powers, on September 29th, 2009 at 11:01 am Said:

    Thank you. So in the meantime, if a property owner wants to know if their zone is changing- can they call or email someone with an address to find out what the new proposed zone is?

  8. Daniel Fortier, on September 29th, 2009 at 11:19 am Said:

    If they cannot find the location on the maps on the blog, they can contact me directly.

  9. mary walter, on October 19th, 2009 at 5:03 pm Said:

    Is 48 West StreetDennisport in the flood zone?

  10. Daniel Fortier, on October 20th, 2009 at 8:52 am Said:

    Not in a flood zone.

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