Because the Village of Palmetto Bay is located in a unique geographical area, it is susceptible to flooding from major rain events and storm surge. Your property, along with the majority of the Village, is located in or near a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) as determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Properties that are located within or near the SFHA, also known as flood zones, are more prone to personal and property damages when flooding occurs during or soon after heavy rainfall.
Stormwater Runoff
Stormwater runoff within the Village of Palmetto Bay either infiltrates into the ground, or it is conveyed through a network of pipeline that discharges into the C-100 series of the Cutler Drain Canal. The C-100 is made up of four sections (C-100, C-100A, C-100B, and C-100C), and is operated and maintained by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD).