Federal Register #2026-11672

FEMA Finalizes Flood Hazard Determinations for Sabine County, Texas

FEMA has issued a notice finalizing flood hazard determinations for Sabine County, Texas communities. - Government Buyer: - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security - Communities affected: City of Hemphill, City of Pineland, unincorporated areas of Sabine County - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement opportunity - No products or services are requested - Notable Requirements: - Communities must adopt or demonstrate compliance with floodplain management measures to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) - Determinations are based on updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports - Changes may include modifications to Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and regulatory floodways - No contract value, product, or service line items are present

Description

This notice finalizes flood hazard determinations for communities based on the latest Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports. These determinations may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways. The FIRM and FIS reports form the basis of floodplain management measures that communities must adopt or demonstrate to qualify or remain qualified for participation in FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The determinations are effective as of August 4, 2026, and the notice supports floodplain management and NFIP participation.

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