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Coastal Hazard Regulations in Great Lakes States

A review of Great Lakes coastal regulations   Coastal Hazard Regulations in Great Lakes States A Summary Analysis Full Report Overview The Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM) Flood Science Center has released a summary analysis of coastal hazard regulations across seven of the Great Lakes states. The report, funded by the Federal Emergency Management…
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New FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas for Lake Michigan Coastal Communities

Updated flood risk maps for the Great Lakes coasts. New FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas for Lake Michigan Coastal Communities  Overview Severe flood events can happen along the Lake Michigan coast when strong winds drive Lake water and waves on shore. FEMA has been rolling out new floodplain maps for several counties along the Lake…
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Wisconsin Culvert Inventory

Wisconsin Culvert Inventory Database and Online Mapping App

An inventory of culvert infrastructure across Wisconsin.   Wisconsin Culvert Inventory Database and Online Mapping App  Visit Culvert Inventory  Overview The Wisconsin Coastal-Management Data Infrastructure (WICDI) Project provided data, tools and training to coastal communities in Wisconsin. Increased frequency and intensity of rain events can cause damage to infrastructure including culverts. Culverts were inventoried and…
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WI Climate Table Toolkit

Wisconsin Climate Table

A tool kit for communities looking to center equity in climate planning and policy.   Wisconsin Climate Table: Tool Kit for Equity & Justice in Local Climate Action Planning Visit Tool Kit   Overview The Wisconsin Climate Table Local Climate Action Planning Tool Kit is a resource for Wisconsin communities that are looking to center…
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USACE Beneficial Uses of Dredged Sediment Website

A website supporting the beneficial use of dredged sediment in coastal habitat and construction projects.     USACE Beneficial Uses of Dredged Sediment Website   Visit Website  Overview The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) hosts a website about the beneficial use of dredged sediment. The USACE defines beneficial uses as “productive and positive uses…
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Ready-to-Fund Resilience Toolkit

An online toolkit helping local governments develop ready-to-fund projects.   Ready-to-Fund Resilience Toolkit Launch Toolkit   Overview The American Society of Adaptation professionals has released a Ready-to-Fund Resilience Toolkit. The Toolkit walks users through ten characteristics to integrate into climate resilience projects to ensure they’re ready to receive the funding and finance needed for success.…
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Building Community Resilience with Nature-Based Solutions

A series of guides to help community leaders use nature-based solutions to minimize the risks of natural hazards.   Building Community Resilience with Nature-Based Solutions   FEMA’s Guide for Local Communities FEMA’s Strategies for Success   Overview Building Community Resilience with Nature-Based Solutions is a series of guides to help community leaders use nature-based solutions…
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Coastal Hazards & Resilience Funding Inventory

An inventory of funding sources to support coastal hazards and resilience projects.   Coastal Hazards & Resilience Funding Inventory   Visit the Funding Inventory   Overview An inventory of funding opportunities that can be used specifically towards addressing coastal hazards and building coastal resilience is now available on the Wisconsin Coastal Resilience website. The Coastal…
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Great Lakes Natural & Nature-Based Features Playbook

A guide to advance understanding of natural and nature-based features in the Great Lakes.   Great Lakes Natural & Nature-Based Features Playbook   Project Fact Sheet   Overview Recent high lake levels have exposed the widespread vulnerability of the Great Lakes coastline. Increasingly frequent flooding and erosion cause property damage, endanger lives, and disrupt local…
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NOAA Digital Coast

A clearinghouse of data, tools, case studies, and trainings to help address coastal issues.   NOAA Digital Coast   Visit the NOAA Digital Coast Overview The Digital Coast was developed to meet the unique needs of the coastal management community. The website provides coastal data, tools, training, and information needed to make these data truly…
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