Module 6: Review and Selection of Flood Mitigation Project

Selecting appropriate flood mitigation projects requires a thorough review process that includes assessing vulnerabilities and determining the most effective strategies for addressing these vulnerabilities. This module reviews factors to analyze including historical flood data, socio-economic conditions, and environmental considerations.

Image: Effective FIRM (Digital) -- FEMA Rate Insurance Maps -- for a portion of East Baton Rouge Parish. The blue portions indicate 1-percent-annual-chance Flood Hazard Area (Zones A, AE, AO, AH, AR, A99, V, and VE). Source: Louisiana Flood Maps, © LSUAgCenter. Screenshot used under fair use.  

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

1. Select the key components of a flood mitigation project review process. (Course Objective 6)
2. Critique different flood mitigation projects based on their effectiveness, cost, and their impact on the community. (Course Objective 6)

To achieve these objectives:

1. Read the Module Six Introduction
2. Read Chapter Six in Flood Mitigation
3. Complete the Module Six Discussion Board
4. Complete the Module Six Assignment

**Please note: the final project should be submitted in this module or the next. Consider this when assigning activities and for grading time.

Module Pressbooks Resources and Activities

You will find the following resources and activities in this module at the Pressbooks website. Click on the links below to access or complete each item.