Presentation
Reinventing El Paso Drainage Permits: Integrating FEMA & 2D BLE Models
The presentation explored a practical approach to drainage permitting and flood-risk analysis by integrating:
- FEMA Effective floodplain information
- 2018 Base Level Engineering (BLE) models
- 2D HEC-RAS Rain-on-Mesh modeling
- Atlas 14 rainfall data
- LOMR and floodplain compliance requirements
The session demonstrated how advanced hydraulic modeling can be incorporated into real-world permitting workflows to improve flood-risk assessments, strengthen regulatory compliance, and reduce potential project delays.
The broader objective is simple: use better flood-risk information to support better engineering and development decisions.
The 2025 TFMA Technical Summit brought together professionals working in floodplain management, hydrology and hydraulics, drainage engineering, and FEMA compliance. We appreciated the opportunity to connect with colleagues across Texas in San Antonio.
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Event details
Event2025 TFMA Technical Summit
DateAugust 27, 2025
VenueHyatt Regency Hill Country Resort
San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio, Texas
