With two major rivers running through Canadian County, flooding is a big concern for our citizens. Unincorporated Canadian County is a member of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) which makes affordable flood insurance available to our citizens. In order to be a member of the NFIP, Canadian County must agree to regulate development in our floodplains. Therefore, a permit is required for any development in our floodplains. Our county has a Floodplain Board, comprised of county citizens, which meets to approve floodplain permits. Our County Commissioners and Floodplain Board approved our Flood Damage Prevention Regulations which specify how development must take place in our flood hazard areas. Our County Floodplain Administrator assists citizens with floodplain concerns and permits. Canadian County’s Floodplain Management program strives to educate the public about flood safety and encourages safe development in our flood hazard areas.

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