Flood Protection & Watershed Program
The flooding that occurred in the Ross Valley Watershed on New Year’s eve, 2005, spurred a strong commitment by the County and all of the cities and communities in the watershed to work together to confront and solve the conditions that led to flooding.
- This is a total watershed program. The Flood Control District is contracting for a feasibility study to determine if detention basins can be used to reduce flood flows, done in a way that protect the environment and wildlife habitat.
- All Ross Valley Cities are working together. Mayors and City staffs are working with the County and local community and environmental organizations to develop the best solutions in each area.
- Flood preparedness, including warning systems
- Flood damage prevention and reduction
- Mapping and land use regulation, including open space preservation
- Public information
Solutions Framework
The Ross Valley Watershed Solutions Framework (.pdf, 160k) structures immediate, mid-term and long-term projects to achieve flood protection and creek restoration goals, as well as eventually achieving reductions in flood insurance rates - creating significant financial savings for our community. Communities across the country receive up to 45% reductions for NFIP flood insurance rates, including the Town of Corte Madera, City of Novato, City and County of Napa.
The NFIP Community Rating System (CRS) Framework can help to guide us through:
