Miami-Dade County Sea Level Rise and Flooding Strategy

Original title: Sea Level Rise and Flooding

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What This Bill Does

Miami-Dade County is implementing a long-term strategy to address sea level rise and coastal flooding through infrastructure improvements, adaptation action areas, and state-funded resilience projects. The county utilizes climate projections to guide planning, including the conversion of septic systems and the protection of the . Funding for these initiatives is sourced from a combination of local, state, and federal programs.

Why it matters

Residents should care because these projects directly impact local property vulnerability, drinking water safety, and the long-term habitability of neighborhoods facing rising sea levels.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Little River residents

Residents in this area are subject to infrastructure upgrades including septic-to-sewer conversions and affordable housing retrofits.

Directly affected

Miami-Dade County property owners

Property owners may be subject to new flood risk assessments and potential infrastructure changes near their land.

Key Facts

Sea levels are projected to rise 10 to 17 inches by 2040 compared to 2000 levels.
The county is using Adaptation Action Areas (AAAs) to customize resilience strategies for specific neighborhoods.
Over $40 million is being invested in the Little River area for septic-to-sewer conversion and stormwater management.
The county secured an estimated $122 million for 29 resilience projects through the Resilient Florida Grant Program.

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Saltwater intrusion is actively threatening the Biscayne Aquifer, the region's drinking water source.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I see if my property is at risk of flooding?

Miami-Dade County provides a 'flooding vulnerability viewer' and a '3-D sea level rise viewer' on their website to help residents explore flood risk layers and potential impacts.

What is an Adaptation Action Area (AAA)?

An AAA is a designated area where the county implements a customized and detailed approach to address specific resilience issues, such as flooding and water quality.

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