- Hydrology & Flood Operations
- Delta Suisun Marsh
- Flood Projects
- Levee Repairs & Floodplain Management
- Flood Maintenance
Levee Repairs & Floodplain Management
Floodplain Management
Floodplain Management
2825 Watt Avenue
Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95821
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 219000
Sacramento, CA 95821-9000
Floodplain Management
Announcements
Upcoming Certified Floodplain Manager Exams
Twice a year, the Department of Water Resources organizes the Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM) Certified Floodplain Manager Exam. Exam information and study materials are now available.The Floodplain Management Branch administers programs aimed at reducing the threat of loss of life and damage to property through the encouragement and use of nonstructural alternatives and practices. The Branch coordinates with Federal, State and local agencies and provides planning assistance to State agencies on the placement of their facilities and conducting their programs to minimize the risk of flood loss and damage. The Branch coordinates all activities related to the State's participation in the National Flood Insurance Program; and facilitates problem resolution of California communities' compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program. The Branch Chief is designated as State Coordinator for National Flood Insurance Program.