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Existing County | Natural Resources

Approximate Acreage in the

172
Flood Zone in Florence County

Florence County has approximately 172 square miles of land located in a special flood hazard area as mapped by
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The adopted flood maps are available for viewing at the
Florence County Planning and Building Office and online through Florence County GIS. The county provides a
Certified Flood Plain Manager to answer any questions about developing, constructing, or living in a flood
zone. The floodplain manager may be reached by calling the Florence County Planning Department.
Flood insurance is available to all Florence County residents through the National Flood Insurance Program
(NFIP). The annual cost of flood insurance for an individual property is determined by risk factor and should be
discussed with your insurance agent. As an additional service to the residents of Florence County, participation
in the Community Ratings System (CRS) allows for extra benefits for those who carry flood insurance. The CRS is
an optional program that communities may participate in providing proactive and reactive services that result in
further discounted rates for the residents. Florence County is annually evaluated as a CRS participant and works
to increase the provided discount each year.

When a flooding event occurs, damage assessments will be conducted in the affected area to quickly assist the
community in recovering and repairing any damages. These assessments are used to apply for grant opportunities
and to fund improvements that will benefit everyone.

Florence County, SC | Comprehensive Plan pg. 74