Regional Flood Study Complete

The RDN is pleased to announce the completion of the Nanaimo River flood hazard mapping project. This is the fourth successfully completed flood hazard/risk project lead by the RDN and is considered a significant milestone in understanding present day and future flood events in the region.

The project approach includes three key elements summarized as analyzing the flood hazard; representing the findings on a regulatory river floodplain map with Flood Construction Levels (FCLs) and conducting a high-level risk assessment informed by participatory engagement to incorporate key flood concerns in the study area.

The next stage is to include this information in existing land use bylaws to better inform the safe location and design of new buildings in relation to known river and coastal flood hazards. Look for the draft bylaws in July 2023. Updates will be communicated on the RDN Get Involved webpage, RDN Board agenda and via local media.