{ "culture": "en-US", "name": "", "guid": "", "catalogPath": "", "snippet": "Q3 Flood Data Firm panels are derived from the Flood Insurance Rate Maps(FIRMS) published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The file is georeferenced to earth\u2019s surface using geographic projection and decimal degree coordinate system. The specifications for the horizontal control of Q3 Flood Data files are consistent with those required for mapping at a scale of 1:24000.", "description": "

Layer Title:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN> FEMA Firm<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Abstract:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN> Q<\/SPAN><\/SPAN>3 Flood Data Firm panels are derived from the Flood Insurance Rate Maps(FIRMS) published by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The file is georeferenced to earth\u2019s surface using geographic projection and decimal degree coordinate system. The specifications for the horizontal control of Q3 Flood Data files are consistent with those required for mapping at a scale of 1:24000<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Update Cycle:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN> Static<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Accuracy:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN> USGS 1:24,000 scale topographic quadrangle<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Layer Compatibility:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN> The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) coordinates the federal government's role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, and recovering from all domestic disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terror. The FEMA layers used include the FIRM Panels, Q3 Floodplain, and Q3 Floodway. <\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

The Q3 Flood Data are designed to serve the needs of FEMA both for disaster response activities and for other National Flood Insurance Program flood insurance activities. The data are designed to answer basic in/out queries and questions about the location of the special N/A N/A Page 39 flood hazard area, but do not provide base flood elevations. The Q3 Flood Data may be used in various GIS applications with the caveat that sound judgment must be used in interpreting the Q3 Flood Data. For instance, the Q3 Flood Data may be overlaid on highly detailed large scale community base mapping data; but, if parcel level determinations are made, they must be prefaced with information about the accuracy of the data from which they are derived. In Skagit County\u2019s case, parcels can be off by 300 feet which can significantly skew the data<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

The conversion of FIRMs to a digital format is expected to have many benefits. However, users must bear in mind that the simple conversion of FIRMs to a digital format does not inherently improve the engineering quality of the product. Many of the difficulties with interpretation of flood risk data, and the requirement for users to apply sound judgment in methods selected for decision making and map interpretation remain unchanged. It should be noted that if a structure is determined to be within or near the special flood hazard area by using a GIS, this determination must be confirmed by continuing the printed hardcopy FIRM. Q3 Flood Data are not designed to be used for engineering studies.<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Contact Information:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

For more information about this data, please contact the Skagit County GIS Department:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

1800 Continental Place<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Mount Vernon, WA 98273<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

(360) 416-1168<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

email: <\/SPAN><\/SPAN>gis@co.skagit.wa.us<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/A><\/P>

Problems?<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Please report any data issues to Skagit County Geographic Information Services:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

1800 Continental Place<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Mount Vernon, WA 98273<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

(360) 416-1168<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

email: <\/SPAN><\/SPAN>gis@co.skagit.wa.us<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/A>\t<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

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Skagit County<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/A><\/P>

Skagit County Terms and Use<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/A><\/P>

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This layer should not be shared publicly<\/SPAN><\/P>

Accuracy Warning:<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Skagit County maps and data are created from public records and existing data sources. Records and data have been adjusted to achieve a \"best fit\" registration to create Skagit County maps. While great care is taken in this process, records and data from different sources rarely agree as to the precise location of geographic features. The relative positioning of map and data features to one another results from combining different sources without ground truthing. Maps and data are approximate and are not designed to be accurate to surveying or engineering standards. Spatial accuracy errors do exist as a result.<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Maps and data are for informational purposes only. They do not purport to represent a property boundary survey of any parcels shown and shall not be used for conveyances or the establishment of property.<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Maps and data shall be used as a resource only, and any such use of these products with respect to accuracy and precision shall be the sole responsibility of the user.<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/P>

Skagit County Terms and Use<\/SPAN><\/SPAN><\/A><\/P>

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