Floodplain Compliance

CSU reduces flood risk through updated planning, flood mitigation projects, and review of construction that occurs in or near the floodplain.

CSU Floodplain Map

View CSU floodplain information and mapped flood risk areas used to support campus planning, infrastructure improvements, and project review.

CSU coordinates flood mitigation efforts to reduce risk to buildings, utilities, infrastructure, and surrounding waterways.

Projects near floodplain areas are reviewed to ensure compliance with FEMA and local floodplain requirements.

Floodplain data supports long-term campus development, resiliency planning, and environmental stewardship.

Since the 1997 flood event, CSU has continued improving floodplain management, stormwater infrastructure, and campus resiliency efforts.

Floodplain reviews help guide campus projects and support safer long-term development decisions throughout the university.

Stormwater systems, detention areas, and drainage improvements help reduce flood impacts across campus.

CSU integrates floodplain review into project planning and campus development decisions.

Floodplain compliance efforts align with FEMA requirements and local floodplain regulations.

Projects that occur within or near mapped floodplain areas may require additional review, coordination, or permitting.