Stormwater, Floodplains & Flooding

The Utilities' Stormwater Division:

• Works to help protect people and structures from flooding, which is a serious threat to Fort Collins;
• Assists with emergency response through the Flood Warning System;
• Develops master plans for drainage basins in the city;
• Develops floodplain maps with specific information about the flooding risk in each basin;
• Manages floodplain regulations that provide the specifics about how existing and new developments are managed to protect people and structures within the floodplains
• Works on drainage improvement projects that are designed and prioritized to provide cost-effective flood protection for a 100-year rainfall event.
• Works to protect and maintain the quality of streams, rivers and other vital water resources.

Projects are financed through monthly stormwater rates.

View the Flood Mitigation Plan Annual Review - September 2008.

Did you know?

The City’s stormwater-drainage system connects directly to the Poudre River. Protecting stormwater quality keeps our waterways healthy and preserves wildlife habitat.