Flood-Risk Reduction: Codes, Design, and Construction
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Tuesday, June 17, 2025
9:00 am – 4:30 pm CDT
Agenda:
Presented by Doug Moseley, III, AICP, CFM, ENV SP
Understanding Floods, Flood Maps, Flood Damage and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
- Floodplain basics
- Types of flooding and flood damage (tidal, coastal, riverine)
- Flood insurance rate maps (FIRMs)
- Flood insurance studies (FISs)
- Authorities having jurisdiction
Designing and Constructing Flood-Resistant Buildings in Compliance with Codes and American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 24-14 and NFIP Requirements
- Basic design and construction requirements
- Elevation requirements
- Foundation requirements
- Use of fill
- Anchorage and connections
- Loads in flood-prone buildings ASCE 7
- Flood vents and openings
Addressing Specific Flood-Related Risks
- Working in areas subject to erosion or mudslides
- Working in areas subject to high-velocity flows or waves
- Protection from debris
Floodproofing Techniques
- Dry and wet floodproofing
- Dry floodproofing considerations
- Allowances
- Materials (concrete, masonry, wood, steel finishes, etc.)
- SCADA systems
- Wet floodproofing considerations
- Feasibility metrics
- Materials and loading
- Dry floodproofing considerations
Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing System Considerations
- Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
Flood Risk Reduction Standards Enhancements Status
- Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS)
- ASCE/SEI 24-24 Flood Resistant Design and Construction
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Credits
Engineers
6.5 PDHs
Architects
6.5 HSW CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.5 HSW LUs
Landscape Architects
6.5 HSW CE Hours
LACES - Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System
6.5 HSW PDHs
ICC - International Code Council
.65 CEUs (Building)
Floodplain Managers
6.5 ASFPM CECs
Continuing Education Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.5 PDHs for professional engineers and 6.5 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, and New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00049300). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.5 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System has approved this course for 6.5 HSW PDHs. Only full participation is reportable to the LA CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .65 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
The Association of State Floodplain Managers has approved this course for 6.5 CECs for floodplain managers.
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6.5 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Doug Moseley, III, AICP, CFM, ENV SP
National Market Leader for Flood Risk Reduction and Resilience at Mead & HuntMr. Moseley has 26 years of experience providing holistic, multi-objective watershed management planning services for regulatory compliance, infrastructure implementation and resilience, floodplain management, stormwater management, and public engagement. He has a background in program development and implementation for both water quality and quantity concerns for municipal, state, and federal clients across the United States. Mr. Moseley specializes in National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) compliance, flood resilience planning, Community Rating System (CRS) application and program review, and on-site flood disaster assistance. He also brings extensive experience in stormwater management to clients, having managed numerous municipal National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulatory, planning, and implementation projects in support of Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit applications and compliance plans. Mr. Moseley’s experience also includes stormwater program financing feasibility and implementation, including establishment of stormwater utilities in multiple states. He presents at – and facilitates – public and advisory committee meetings. Of note, Mr. Moseley has served on four different technical advisory committees addressing stormwater management regulation, practice, and process in Virginia, including the most recent Stormwater Handbook update in 2023. He holds a bachelor’s degree in American government and a master’s degree in Urban & Environmental Planning from the University of Virginia, and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP); a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) through the Association of State Floodplain Managers; and an Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) through the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure.
AIA Info
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Course Title: Flood-Risk Reduction: Codes, Design, and Construction
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This 6.5-hour course demonstrates design concepts and construction techniques that protect buildings, occupants, and critical systems from flood-related risks, using ASCE 24-14 as a framework. The course will analyze floodplains, types of flood risks, and the basics of the National Flood Insurance Program before diving deep into the design and construction practices that address specific risks. The course explains dry and wet floodproofing and explores MEP system considerations.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to identify floodplain types, interpret flood insurance rate maps (FIRMs), and explain the roles of NFIP and local authorities.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to locate and comply with ASCE 24-14 flood-resistant design requirements related to elevation, foundations, use of fill, anchorage and connections.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to compare dry and wet floodproofing techniques, including material selection and feasibility factors.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to evaluate electrical, plumbing, and mechanical system requirements for buildings located in flood hazard areas.
LUs: 6.5
LU Type: LU|HSWs
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 04/08/2028
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