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Floodway or flood fringe?
After flooding devastated many parts of southern Alberta, the province has changed the flood-proofing rules for those living in high-risk areas. People living in a flood-fringe areas must flood-proof their homes if they want to be covered in future disasters. Homeowners who live in the floodway can choose to rebuild or leave, but will not be eligible for any future help if they stay. Do you know if you live in a floodway or flood fringe? Use this interactive map to see if you are expected to take extra measures to protect your home.
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Posted: July 18, 2013
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- Floodway
- The floodway is where flood flows are deepest, fastest and most destructive. New development is discouraged in the floodway and may not be permitted in some communities.
- Flood fringe
- The water in the flood fringe is generally less than one metre deep and flows more slowly. Development in the flood fringe may be permitted provided that its adequately flood-proofed
Source: Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development
Data source: Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development According to the ESRD, this digital data may not reflect official flood hazard areas delineated in original hardcopy mapping produced under its flood hazard identification program. Contact the ESRD for clarification if required.
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