Can houses be built on a flood plain?

While there is general consensus new homes should not be built on flood plains that are still ‘green’, there is little agreement on how to increase flood resilience in areas where they have already been developed. New or upgraded infrastructure, for example, could reroute flood water away from residential buildings.

What caused the Alberta flood?

How did the flooding start? Heavy rainfall on the melting snowpack in the Rocky Mountains combined with steep, rocky terrain caused rapid and intense flooding in southern-Alberta watersheds. About 80,000 people were evacuated over the course of the flood.

How do I view flood maps in Alberta?

Flood maps can be viewed directly using the Flood Awareness Map Application at floods.alberta.ca. The Alberta Flood Mapping GIS dataset is updated when new information is available or existing information changes. therefore, the Government of Alberta assumes no responsibility for discrepancies at the time of use.

What are the flood maps in the Flood Awareness map application?

Flood maps displayed in the Flood Awareness Map Application are based on provincial flood studies developed using the best data available when a study is conducted. Information is subject to change, and the Government of Alberta assumes no responsibility for discrepancies at the time of use.

What is a flood hazard map?

Is there a flood risk in Alberta?

The potential for flooding exists along all streams and lakes in Alberta. To assist communities in keeping Albertans safe and protecting their properties from floods, the Government of Alberta manages the production of flood studies and maps under the Flood Hazard Identification Program.