Cooperating technical partners

The North Dakota Department of Water Resources was awarded a $2 million cooperative agreement by the Federal Emergency Management Agency on September 15, 2022 under the Cooperating Technical Partners Program (CFDA 97.045). The funding will support the department's efforts to strengthen national flood preparedness and resilience through its role as a Cooperating Technical Partner. As a Cooperating Technical Partner, the department provides hydrologic and hydraulic flood mapping and other technical services that enhance the effectiveness of the National Flood Insurance Program. The state agency works closely with FEMA and local communities to assess flood risks and help ensure residents have access to accurate flood zone information and flood insurance rates. The cooperative agreement mechanism recognizes the department as a key partner in helping FEMA administer the National Flood Insurance Program and bolster flood risk resilience in North Dakota.