Protect your property from flood damage

Marion County is fortunate to be approximately 110 feet above sea level, making large-scale flooding unlikely. Flash flooding, however, is a real concern for much of the county. Many parts of Marion are in low-lying regions or near bodies of water. In these regions, even a series of severe thunderstorms could send water to your front door.

Online Resources

Please visit the below websites to obtain more information on flood insurance, flood mitigation and other flood-related topics. Please check the Marion County Library and the FEMA website for available resources on flood damage prevention for your home and other FEMA publications.

Marion County Sheriff’s Office – Division of Emergency Management
www.marionso.com/sheriff-staff-em-.php

National Flood Insurance Program
www.floodsmart.gov

Florida Division of Emergency Management (FEMA)
www.floridadisaster.org

FEMA - Financial assistance and other related programs
www.fema.gov/about/divisions/mitigation/mitigation.shtm#6

Local agencies:

Marion County Growth Services (Zoning Division)
2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
352-438-2675
www.marioncountyfl.org/zoning.htm
Flood zones, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) determinations, elevation certificates and records, substantial improvements/damage information and permit requirements.

Marion County Office of the County Engineer
352-671-8686
Natural and beneficial functions and drainage maintenance.

Marion County Public Library System
352-671-8551
Books, databases and online resources on flood topics and flood-proofing.