Flood Information


News: FEMA proposes flood map changes for 2017.

Property owners are encouraged to review proposed flood map revisions. More information is available by calling FEMA Map Information eXchange, (877) 336-2627, or by visiting FEMA's Flood Map Service Center.

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Visit the FEMA Flood Map Service Center to see if your property is impacted by 2016 boundary changes.

Here are answers to some Frequently Asked Questions regarding the floodplain boundary changes.

If you still have questions, contact your insurance agent or local Floodplain Manager:

  • City of Banks –503.846.7914 (Rocky Brown
  • City of Beaverton –503.526.2442 (Jim Duggan)
  • City of Cornelius –503.357.3011 (Tim Franz)
  • City of Forest Grove –503.992.3292 (Derek Robbins)
  • City of Gaston –503.846.7914 (Rocky Brown)
  • City of Hillsboro –503.681.6214 (Sarah Bruce)
  • City of North Plains –503.647.5555 (Blake Boyles)
  • City of King City –503.639.4082 (Mike Weston)
  • City of Lake Oswego –503.635.0268 (Rob Amsberry)
  • City of Sherwood –503.625.4206 (Brad Kilby)
  • City of Tigard –503.718.2490 (Tom McGuire)
  • City of Tualatin –503.691.3034 (Jeff Fuchs)
  • City of Wilsonville –503.570.1583 (Connie Randall)
  • Unincorporated Washington County –503.846.7914 (Rocky Brown)

Allow 2-3 weeks for Floodplain Managers to return your call as they have been inundated with inquiries relating to these changes.

Information about the floodplain map updates can also be found at floodsmart.gov.



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