The goal of floodplain management is to protect the interests of the citizens of Fargo by encouraging responsible development in the floodplain area. Floodplain management includes the following activities:
Flood Control Projects Administration, design and construction.
Flood Protection Incentive Program A local cost-share program to help homeowners protect their property from flooding.
Flood Insurance & FEMA Remapping Information Mandatory purchase, elevation certificates, current, preliminary floodplain maps and more.
River Setback Ordinace (Executive Summary) Zoning setbacks, subdivision requirements and tree preservation provisions.
River Setback Ordinance Ordinance No. 4818
Red River Links River stage, forecasts and data.
Flood Related Resources Local, state and national resource links and contacts.
"Be Flood Aware" This document provides information regarding how to stay informed during a flood emergency and information about the City of Fargo Engineering Department.
