Did You Know:

• Floods happen in all 50 states.  Walnut Creek has experienced several flood events during the last 50 years that have caused damage to private properties.
• Homeowner's insurance does not cover flood damage which can be caused by as little as an inch of water.
• You can find out if you live in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) by reviewing the Flood Maps prepared by FEMA. If you live in a SFHA, your mortgage lender requires you to have flood insurance.
• You are eligible to purchase flood insurance as long as your community participates in the National Flood Insurance Program. The City of Walnut Creek participates in the NFIP program and residents are eligible for a 15% discount on the flood insurance rates.
• It takes 30 days after purchase for a policy to take effect, so it's important to buy insurance before the floodwaters start to rise.
• All claims and expenses of the NFIP program are funded by insurance premiums, not tax dollars. Read more facts by going to the FloodSmart website.

New Development or Building Additions in Special Flood Hazard Areas must comply with the requirements of the Walnut Creek Municipal Code Section 9-12, Flood Damage Prevention.  If all or part of your property is located in a Special Flood Hazard Area shown on the FEMA Flood Maps contact the Engineer on Duty at (925) 943-5839 to go over any special requirements that may apply for your project

Reporting a Flooding Problem
If you observe flooding in your neighborhood, you can report it to the City by calling (925) 943-5854 weekdays. After hours, call (925) 943-5844