Floodplain
The City of Bullhead City provides information and services related to FEMA-designated floodplains. If you're planning development or need information for a specific property, we’re here to help.
Floodplain Services
For questions related to floodplain status, building or zoning permits, contact:
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Manager: Johnny Loera, AICP, CFM, Planning / Code Enforcement Manager - Certified Floodplain Manager
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In Person: City Hall, 2355 Trane Road, Bullhead City, AZ 86442
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By Phone: Call at 928-763-0123 to speak with Johnny.
Fees
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Verbal floodplain determination: No Charge
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Floodplain Permit: $120.00 per permit
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Floodplain Determination Letter: $25.00 per letter
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Floodplain Variance: $100.00 per variance
FEMA Floodplain Information
Flood Hazard Mitigation:
For information regarding City flood hazard mitigation projects, done in coordination with Mohave County Flood Control, you may contact City Engineering staff at 928-763-0128.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
The City of Bullhead City works with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to identify and manage areas at risk for flooding. These areas are mapped using engineering studies that FEMA reviews and approves.
These maps show floodplain boundaries and are used to determine flood risk for properties throughout Bullhead City.
Common Flood Zones in Bullhead City
FEMA has designated several regulatory flood zones that apply to properties in Bullhead City:
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Zone X: Areas with moderate to low flood risk.
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Zone A: Areas with a general (approximate) floodplain boundary, but without detailed flood elevation data.
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Zones AE, AO, and AH: Areas with detailed floodplain mapping that include flood elevations, depths, or velocities.
Resources
You can learn more and view or download the effective FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) through the following resources:
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Contact Us
Bullhead City
2355 Trane Road,
Bullhead City,
AZ 86442
(928) 763-9400