Flood Risk Information

Putnam County’s flood risk information has been revised, and updated flood hazard maps are ready for review.  The issued preliminary flood maps will replace outdated studies, some of which are more than 30 years old.  Revisions to these mapping products may affect residents and business owners in unincorporated Putnam County and the City of Eatonton.  You can view the new preliminary maps to see how your flood risk may have changed, learn how they can affect building and flood insurance requirements and find out what your options are at a Virtual Flood Risk Open House (link below):

https://www.georgiadfirm.com/VOH/

Georgia’s Virtual Flood Risk Open House provides information relevant to the proposed changes in flood risk in your community, as well as an opportunity to connect with floodplain management experts from your local jurisdiction, the GA Department of Natural Resources and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).  In-person virtual meetings are available by appointment only and can be reserved on the website, via the “Connect with Us” page of the Virtual Flood Risk Open House (link above).   Appointments will be held between June 16, 2021 – June 29, 2021.  Please reserve your appointment between June 2, 2021 – June 11, 2021

This Virtual Flood Risk Open House is for our residents and business owners to learn more about the new preliminary flood maps that have been released and the associated mapping studies, as well as to provide an opportunity to speak with state and local officials.  Revisions to these mapping products may affect residents and business owners in Putnam County.  The Virtual Flood Risk Open House can be visited at your convenience to view the new maps, understand how your property may be affected, review your options, and learn more about financial and material steps that can be taken to protect your investment.

In-person virtual meetings are available by appointment only and can be reserved via the “Connect with Us” page on the Virtual Flood Risk Open House website.   Appointments will be held between June 16, 2021 – June 29, 2021.  Please reserve your appointment between June 2, 2021 – June 11, 2021.

 For those who cannot attend, the maps are available at www.GeorgiaDFIRM.com.