Flood Zone Map

Village of Palmetto Bay FEMA Flood Zone Designations

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FEMA Flood Zone Designations

Following are definitions of each flood-zone designation in our area. Please note, the number adjacent to the symbol indicates the Base Flood Elevation for the respective zone. 

If you require assistance determining whether a particular property is in the floodplain, please call 305-259-1292.

ZoneDescription
VE100-year floodplain with wave action, with BFEs determined.
AE and A1-30100-year floodplain, with BFEs determined.
X-500500-year floodplain (0.2% annual chance of flooding)
XOutside 100-year and 500-year floodplain
  • Definitions of FEMA's Flood Zone Designations
  • BFE = Base Flood Elevation
  • 100-year floodplain means there is a 1% annual chance of flooding at or above the base elevation
  • FEMA states there is a 26% chance of flooding over the life of a 30 year mortgage for structures within the 100-year floodplain