Information About Your Property

Homeowner FAQs

Residents with property in high risk flood areas or in areas protected by temporary flood walls should be aware of a few important facts about their role and the role of the City during a flood.

View printable homeowner FAQs pdf.

Fargo residents can find out detailed information about their property's flood risk by accessing the Interactive Flood Stage Map below. During a flood emergency, a kiosk will also be available at the Main Fargo Public Library, 102 3rd St North, which will provide computer access to maps, elevation information and printed flood material.

Flood Information Hotline: 701-476-4199

Maps
Interactive Flood Stage Map	Estimate of river stage and possible impact to your property.
Floodway & Floodplain Map	FEMA maps showing the 100 year floodplain.
1 Foot Elevation Contours with Aerial Photographs	Detailed elevations for river and drain corridor properties.
Red River Basin LiDAR Product Viewer	Citywide elevation data.

Helpful Home Protection Links
Steps to Reduce Flood and Water Damage	NDSU Extension Service
How to Properly Use a Generator	NDSU Extension Service
Basements May Flood if Drainage is Poor	Iowa State University
Plugging Home Drains to Prevent Sewage Backup	NDSU Extension Service
Sandbagging for Flood Protection	NDSU Extension Service
Sump Pump Tips (video)	NDSU Extension Service