4/28/21 @ 11:45 a.m. - Natural floodplains reduce flood risks to a community because they serve as a natural catchment basin to collect and retain runoff. They also play a valuable role in providing benefits to both human and natural systems.
According to the Florida Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), other benefits of floodplains include:
It's important that we protect natural floodplain functions by keeping these areas clear of debris to ensure water flow. If you see someone dumping in a waterway, please contact Code Enforcement at (904) 530-6200 or file a complaint online here.
-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer
According to the Florida Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), other benefits of floodplains include:
- Fish and wildlife habitat protection
- Natural flood and erosion control
- Surface water quality maintenance
- Groundwater recharge
- Biological productivity
- Higher quality recreational opportunities (fishing, bird watching, boating, etc.)
It's important that we protect natural floodplain functions by keeping these areas clear of debris to ensure water flow. If you see someone dumping in a waterway, please contact Code Enforcement at (904) 530-6200 or file a complaint online here.
-Sabrina Robertson
Public Information Officer
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