Floodplain Management & Flood Mitigation Training
Hosted in conjunction with the Iowa DNR, HSEMD, USACE and FEMA, the free training will include: Floodplain 101 - Basics and resources: What to Know and What to Do; How to develop projects to reduce and mitigate flooding; Different types of flood mitigation, including nature-based solutions and acquisition of flooded properties; Potential funding for mitigation options. The training is organized with an informal structure that encourages questions, problem-solving, and answers.
Prerequisites: None
Target Audience: floodplain managers, city and county administrators, elected officials, emergency managers, public works
Seats Remaining: 30
Begin Date: 5/18/2026
End Date: 5/18/2026
Time: 8:30 AM--3:45 PM
Location:
Wapello County Emergency Management
2417 Emma St.
Ottumwa
Iowa - 52501
Additional Information:
1) Please park along fences if possible and do not block overhead doors.
Handicap accessible parking and facility.
2) Lunch will be on your own, adequate time will be provided.