Franklin County borders the Gulf of Mexico, the Apalachicola Bay and River, Carrabelle River and many other water bodies. These natural features contribute to the beauty and biodiversity found in Franklin County, but also increases the risk of experiencing flooding from storm surge and prolonged heavy rains. Living in this area, it is very important to be prepared for the possibility of a flood on your property and in your community. Please use the links below to provide you with flood information, as well as some precautionary measure we urge you to take before, during and after a flood to help protect yourself, your family and your belongings.
Franklin County Florida’s Flood Resource Links:
- Flood Quad Fold Outreach
- COBRA Zone Map
- Lender Insurance Realtor Memo
- Open Space Maps
- Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Consumer Affairs – Best Flood Insurance Companies
- Northwest Florida Water Management District Flood Information Portal
- Flood Insurance Study
- Association of State Floodplain Managers
- Franklin County Emergency Management
- Florida Division of Emergency Management
- FloodSmart.gov
- FloridaDisaster.org
- Ordinance 2021-12 Flood
- Smart Vent Foundation Flood Vents
- Above the Flood: Elevating Your Floodprone House
- Answers to Questions About the National Flood Insurance Program
- Elevated Residential Structures
- Mitigation of Flood and Erosion Damage to Residential Buildings in Coastal Areas
- Protecting Building Utilities From Flood Damage
- Protecting Floodplain Resources
- Protecting Manufactured Homes from Floods and Other Hazards
- Reducing Damage from Localized Flooding
- Apalachicola River Gauge
Forms:
Contacts:
Angela Lolley- Floodplain Administrator
Email: angelal@franklincountyflorida.com
Phone: (850) 653-9783, Option 3/Fax: (850) 653-9799