EM USA Terms and Definitions - FEMA

Base Flood Elevations (BFEs) are typically shown on Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).” (FEMA, Base Flood, 2007) Base Flood Elevation (BFE): “…the elevation of the crest of the base or 100-year flood, which is the level of flood that has a 1% chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. Also ................
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