South Sacramento Flood Control Project Now Complete

August 10, 2017 | Randol White

A South Sacramento flood control project -- in the works for more than 20 years -- is now complete.

Insight

Flood Insurance: Who Stands To Win Or Lose From Eligibility Requirements?

March 28, 2017

With the inundation of rain on Californians this year, many residents are wondering if their homes are insured and whether the federal system in place is working. Capital Public Radio’s Bob Moffitt and Amy Quinton have the story.

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On An Island: The One California County Not In The National Flood Insurance Program

March 22, 2017 | Bob Moffitt

In Mariposa County, lenders are telling some people they need flood insurance even though they don't. Meanwhile, other people who want flood insurance can't find it.

Environment

California Explores State-Run Flood Insurance Program

March 21, 2017 | Amy Quinton

California water managers are considering the creation of a state-run flood insurance program. It could be a difficult and risky move.

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California May Leave Federal Flood Insurance Program And Go It Alone

March 20, 2017 | Amy Quinton

California could become the first state in the nation to dump federal flood insurance. State water managers say California might be better off running its own program.

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Study: California Should Leave National Flood Insurance Program

December 13, 2016 | Amy Quinton

A new analysis by UC Davis scientists shows California would be better off running its own flood insurance program, rather than participating in the National Flood Insurance Program.