Flood Damage Prevention
The following is provided to assist the City of Salinas community, participating in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as of 1981, in understanding local floodplain management regulations and developing in local Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA).
The City’s flood insurance study (FIS) and Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are on file at the Salinas Permit Center, 65 West Alisal Street, with the Engineering Permit Services Section. Copies of the City’s FIS and FIRMs are also available at the Salinas Public Libraries.
Find more information in the documents and links below.
Salinas Flood Safety Brochure.pdf
2009 Summary Of Map Actions Somas.pdf
FEMA Flood Fact Sheet For Kids.pdf
City Flood Maps (April 9, 2009)
Official Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) for the City of Salinas have been attached below for your convenience.
A listing of historic Letter of Map Changes (LOMCs) not included in the 2009 FIRMs can be found in the 2009 Summary of Map Actions (SOMAs) above.
Flood Insurance Study (April 2, 2009)
The Flood Insurance Study (FIS) contains detailed flood elevation data in profiles and data tables.
Historic FIRMs and Flood Boundary and Floodway Maps
The City of Salinas maintains historic flood maps from 1981 on file. These files are attached and can be viewed in person at the Permit Center. A flood map for Panel 060202 0004 was not published by FEMA as it contains no floodway was delineated within it's boundies.
FEMA Flood Protection Publications
The following is a listing of publications provided by FEMA to assist in your development and reduce possible flood damage to your structure.
