flood risk

assessments

Evaluating potential flood hazards, impacts, and mitigation measures for development projects to ensure safety and statutory compliance.

flood risk assessments

Flood risk assessments are crucial for managing and mitigating the potential impact of flooding on people, property, and infrastructure.

These assessments evaluate flood hazards from various sources, such as rivers, surface water, and coastal areas, and help identify areas at risk. They involve analysing historical data, climate change predictions, land use, and hydrological models. The findings inform planning decisions, development proposals, and flood prevention measures. Regulatory bodies, including the Environment Agency, guide the process to ensure compliance with national standards. Effective flood risk assessments are essential for creating resilient communities and minimising the long-term effects of flooding.

At Beam Consulting, our flood risk assessments not only identify areas vulnerable to flooding but also provide recommendations for effective flood prevention measures. These measures may include the construction of flood defences such as embankments and floodwalls to protect at risk areas (and the Welsh equivalent , Flood Consequence Assessment (FCA). Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) can be recommended to manage surface water runoff, incorporating features like permeable pavements, green roofs, and retention ponds. Property level measures, such as raised foundations and flood resistant materials, are suggested for buildings in flood prone areas.

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