Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Practice Exam

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Base Flood Depth measures what?

  1. The depth of a river post-flooding

  2. Depth in feet above ground of the base flood

  3. The maximum potential flood depth

  4. Flood depth in non-residential areas

The correct answer is: Depth in feet above ground of the base flood

Base Flood Depth measures the depth in feet above ground of the base flood. This measures the height of the water during a flood event and is used to determine flood risk and insurance rates for buildings. The other options may seem plausible, but are not accurate. Option A only refers to one type of flood (river flooding) and not all flood events. Option C is incorrect because the base flood depth is not always the maximum potential depth, as it varies depending on factors such as location and type of flood. Option D is incorrect because the base flood depth applies to all types of areas, not just non-residential areas. Therefore, option B is the most accurate and complete answer.

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