DLCD provides general technical assistance, conduct community assistance visits or contacts, offer training, and answer general questions on floodplain management and mapping at the state level. DLCD helps cities, counties, and tribes participate in the
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and prepare communities for flooding. Through the National Flood Insurance Program, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides insurance to property owners, renters, and businesses for physical damage caused by floods.
Development Regulations in Flood Hazard Areas
In Oregon, cities and counties adopt floodplain maps and regulations, and issue floodplain development permits at the local level.
DLCD has two model floodplain ordinances available to help cities and counties adopt development regulations for flood hazards areas. These model codes meet the requirements from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to participate in the NFIP.
Flood Maps
Find flood hazard maps at:
For additional assistance on flood maps, contact OEM Risk MAP Coordinator
Hannah Fattor.
Endangered Species Act and the National Flood Insurance Program
FEMA Elevation Certificates
Elevation Certificates are official records that document a structure’s compliance with local floodplain regulations, such as proper elevation, flood openings, and elevated utilities. Contact your local floodplain administrator to ask whether an elevation certificate is available for an existing structure. If not, a
professional land surveyor can prepare a new elevation certificate.
Certified Floodplain Managers
Certified Floodplain Managers (CFM’s) help reduce flood risks and increase a community’s resiliency to flooding. Becoming a CFM is not required in Oregon but does allow for professional and public recognition for staff and the community. Learn more about the
CFM program and process.
Flood Preparation
Flood season generally occurs between October to March in Oregon. DLCD recommends local floodplain administrators:
Additional Resources