Floodplain Mapping and Management in Utah

Of all the natural disasters occurring in Utah, floods consistently carry the highest price tag year after year. Flooding leads to loss of life, property damage and destruction, damage and disruption of communications transportation, utilities, agricultural losses, and interrupt businesses. Furthermore, flooding can release contaminants into water creating health and environmental hazards.

The State’s Division of Emergency Management’s Floodplain Management Programs support Utah’s local communities by providing flood risk studies and maps, and floodplain management best practices. We have created this channel to help Utah citizens understand and manage their flood risk.