Executive Order 11988—Floodplain Management

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Federal agencies should avoid, to the extent possible, the long-and short-term adverse impacts associated with the occupancy and modification of the Base Floodplain (FEMA 1% annual chance floodplain), and the avoidance of direct and indirect support of development in the Base Floodplain wherever there is a practicable alternative.

Executive Order 11988—Floodplain Management

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Tags: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, North Landing Bridge, Virginia, Bridge Replacement, Environmental Assessment, Feasibility Study

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