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What is a Non-Special Flood Hazard Area (NSFHA)?

April 26, 2017area flood hazard non-special

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What is a Non-Special Flood Hazard Area (NSFHA)?

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A Non-Special Flood Hazard Area (NSFHA) is an area that is in a low-to-moderate risk flood zone. An NSFHA is not in any immediate danger from flooding caused by overflowing rivers or hard rains. However, it’s important to note that structures within a NSFHA are still at risk. In fact, one out of four floods occurs in an NSFHA.

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A Non-Special Flood Hazard Area (NSFHA) is an area that is in a low-to-moderate risk flood zone (Zones B, C, X Pre- and Post-FIRM). An NSFHA is not in any immediate danger from flooding caused by overflowing rivers or hard rains.