100 year flood zone questions
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Comments (4)We knew what we were getting into when we bought the house, although we always assumed that we could deal with the issue. Assuming I am hard headed enough to continue down the path of grass, is there a particular grass that would be more well suited to this? I have 11,000 square feet of backyard that really needs some substantial ground cover for looks and for some added stability to the ground. And to be clear, this is not a wetland or marsh type area - it's just a low lying piece of property - as luck would have it, we're the only house on the street that has a piece of the backyard in the flood plain. We get "muddy" during rains, but much of that, we believe, is due to the inconsistent and "thin" weeds. A full and robust lawn would, at least in our heads, help with that....See MoreFEMA Flood Zone Insurance!?
Comments (9)I am wondering what my next step is going to be to try and convince FEMA (to lower the FBE) What is the FBE? Honestly, if I was anywhere near a flood plain, I would want to have my home and possessions covered by flood insurance. Do you have any idea what flood insurance would cost? Something to be considered is covered at the link below. Areas that had never been flooded before were flooded in 2008. I remember reading of the Columbus Indiana Hospital being evacuated and out of commission for several months. I carry earthquake insurance because I would much rather pay the little bit for insurance and be 'safe' rather than maybe be sorry sometime if the future. Here is a link that might be useful: 2008 Flood in numerous states...See MoreIs a new build listing price negotiable if it’s in a flood zone
Comments (13)Lots of 'development' has really impacted Harris County, TX (Houston and surrounding). I lived there for most of my life (I have moved one county to the West and my current elevation is 150' above sea level - no impact at all ON MY PROPERTY from Harvey). Every time I drive in towards Katy, TX I see more and more agricultural property turned into subdivisions! So not only does one need to worry about climate change but also what is happening to previously 'open' land (which would either help absorb the water but also "hold" the water). Harris County is flat and although there are NOW holding areas included in new subdivisions, they don't always solve the problem. My BFF lives 12 miles south and a few miles east of me - her home has been there for 30 years - it has flooded both in 2017 (Harvey) and in 2016 (the 'tax' day and 'Memorial Day' storms). Things change, and not always for the better....See MorePond Placement in flood zone?
Comments (20)I just purchased a home in TN and it is in a flood zone. There is a creek that runs yr round around the back and side of the property. I bought the house w/o even walking it. Once I went to the property I noticed part of the property by the creek is wet and your shoes/boots can get buried in the mud. I'd like to build a large pond less then 1acre probably closer to 1/2 acre. But I'm totally new to this other then watching many youtube videos about building ponds. I'd like to have fish. One thing I really want to do is protect the back of the property from water entering from the creek which would send it toward the home. Possibily building a Dam (or embankment) at the back of the property to keep water away from the home and acreage and keeping it in the creek where it belongs. Dam probably isnt the best word as it isnt to retain water but to keep it away from the property and keep in the creek. At the top right, it seems all the little streams and creeks lead into a bottleneck right at the back of the property. I know soil is a big factor too. Any help would be appreciated, not sure if this is for sure "no go" or just a pipe dream....See MoreRelated Professionals
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