Pocatello Flood Hazard Information

City of Pocatello Flood Response Plan

Flood incidents can endanger human life, cause extensive property damage and result in significant harm to the environment. Efficient and coordinated response to flood incidents demands a well written emergency response plan. This flood plan was developed to assist this community in dealing with flood hazards that exist locally. This plan defines who does what, when, where and how they will do it. By training on, and following this plan, first responders can reduce the risk of danger to themselves and the general public, and lessen the likelihood and extent of damage to property and the environment.

Local Flood Hazard Resources

Letter to the Residents of Pocatello

This letter is an effort to better educate and assist citizens about developing and living in the floodplain.

City of Pocatello GIS Map

The City of Pocatello GIS map contains FEMA flood layer information. Be sure to select "FEMA Floodplain" under the map contents heading in order to find floodplain information.

City Ordinance Chapter 15.32 - Flood Hazard Areas

It is the purpose of chapter 15.32 of the City Code to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions.

National Flood Hazard Resources

USGS Gauging Station Data

Portneuf River water gauging data provided by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The Portneuf River station is operated in cooperation with Idaho Department of Water Resources.

Federal Emergency Management Agency

What would you do if your property were flooded? Are you prepared? Even if you feel you live in a community with a low risk of flooding, remember that anywhere it rains, it can flood. Just because you haven't experienced a flood in the past, doesn't mean you won't in the future.

Department of Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security mission is wide-ranging, but the goal is clear: a safer, more secure America, which is resilient against terrorism and other potential threats.

Flood Smart.Gov the Official Site of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)

Since standard homeowners insurance doesn't cover flooding, it's important to have protection from the floods associated with hurricanes, tropical storms, heavy rains and other conditions that impact the U.S. The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) helps provide a means for property owners to financially protect themselves.