Understand, visualize, and adapt to storm-driven flooding, erosion, and rising groundwater hazards
Author: Maya Hayden
Flood Hazard Maps Now Available Statewide
With the addition of Mendocino County, flood hazard products are now available for the entire state of California
Consider coastal storms in planning
Coastal storms can increase water levels on the West Coast by an additional 6 feet.
Nature-based solutions
Wetlands, beaches, and hybrid measures provide multi-benefit adaptation solutions.
Trusted science to support decision making
The USGS Coastal Storm Modeling System is cutting edge, peer reviewed, and has been used by over 100 local, state, and federal organizations for sea level rise adaptation planning.