Introduction to FEMA Flood Maps and Flood Studies

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This three interactive hour online course will provide the user with a background of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Studies (FIS). It provides the land surveyor, engineer or other user with a comprehensive overview of topics including:

Flood studies and map terminology
How flood studies are prepared along riverine and coastal floodplains
Basic floodplain hydrology and hydraulics
Types of FEMA flood maps
FIRM zones, reference marks, map features, etc.

Objectives SME Course Applies to

Course Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to:

Use and understand common terminology
Recognize the various types of floodplain maps and understand their uses
Use a Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report
Understand reference marks and datums
Know how riverine and coastal flood maps are developed
Know what a 100-year flood is
Understand how to apply the FIRM information to property

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Bill Tingle, P.G., CFM, CPESC

Mr. Tingle is a Professional Geologist and a Certified Floodplain Manager. He holds Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Geography and Earth Sciences. He has 15 years experience in floodplain management at the local government level and is the Chairman of the North Carolina Association of Floodplain Managers. Bill has worked closely with FEMA staff on various floodplain issues and is a member of the Association of State Floodplain Managers where he serves on a variety of committees. He has authored numerous papers on floodplain management.

State Licenses

Kansas

KS - Geologist (General)

Louisiana

LA - Geoscientist, Professional (Technical)

Minnesota

MN - Geoscientist (General)

North Carolina

NC - Geologist (General - 170133)

New Hampshire

NH - Geologist (General)

Pennsylvania