Flood Map Modernization in Grafton
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**Project Update - 7/19/10**
The final Letter of Final Determination for the Town of Grafton is tentatively scheduled to be issued in January 2011. This is an exentsion from the previous timeline. As such, the new maps will be effective in the summer of 2011.
The newest draft maps (dated 7/19/10) are available for viewing in the Office of the Town Administrator during regular business hours (M-F, 8:30-4:30 p.m.). Once received from the state, the digital files will be uploaded to this website.
For more information about the comment period and the project status from FEMA, click here.
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has prepared a series of Flood Insurance Study reports which resulted in preliminary digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM). These preliminary maps reflect updated Base Flood Elevations which may impact our Town and its residents in a number of ways. The proposed BFE’s, if finalized, will become the basis for the floodplain management measures in our town including continued qualification for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program.
What the Town Needs to Do |
FEMA has requested that the Town and its residents review the maps with regards to the Base Flood Elevations. The Town has 90 days to appeal any information related to the BFE’s. The process for appeal is detailed in a letter from FEMA.
- To view the preliminary maps developed for the Town, click here.
Please contact the Office of the Town Administrator (508) 839-5335 x100 if you have any questions regarding the appeal process.
What Property Owners Need to Know and Do |
Project Background
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation has partnered with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to assist with the management and coordination of Flood Map Modernization in Massachusetts. The focus of the Map Modernization initiative is to update the effective FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps, commonly known as FIRM. FIRMs are created to support the National Flood Insurance Program, or NFIP. The NFIP is a federal program, administered by FEMA, which makes flood insurance available in communities that agree to adopt corrective and preventative floodplain management regulations that will reduce future flood damages.
What You Need to Do
Step 1: Review the maps.
Step 2: Understand what the new flood areas mean for your insurance coverage and if the Grandfathering Rule applies to you.
- Click Here to review the Preliminary Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps.
- Click Here to review the CURRENT Flood Insurance Rate Maps, dated 1992.
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Overview of the progam provided by FEMA |
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Prepared by FEMA |
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Appeal and Comment Period Process outlined |
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View the CURRENT maps for Grafton, dated 1992 |
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Information on the National Flood Insurance Program Grandfathering Rule, provided by FEMA |
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Information regarding the effect that revised flood hazards have on existing structures |
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Provided by the MA Office of Public Safety and Security |
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Provided by FEMA |
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Learn more about understanding your insurance options |
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FEMA Official Site |
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Information from the State regarding the Map Modernization Program; includes contact information |
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