The city of Austin has sent out letters to people who either own or rent property in a floodplain or are within 150 feet of a floodplain. If you think you may be in a floodplain, but are not sure, click www.cityofaustin.org/watershed/flood.htm and click the interactive map. You can also contact your insurance agent to find out.
The letter goes on to state that FEMA began updating floodplain maps for Austin and Travis County in 2003. The updated maps show changes in the floodplain. There are more properties at risk of flooding than was previously thought.
The new floodplain goes live September 26th. If you think you are in the new floodplain, contact your insurance agent ASAP. You should get flood insurance prior to the release of the new maps as you may get a lower rate than after the change takes place.
