Cooperating technical partners

The Oklahoma Water Resources Board has received a $350,000 Cooperative Agreement award under the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program (CFDA 97.045). This funding supports the Oklahoma Water Resources Board's efforts to strengthen national preparedness and resilience against flooding hazards by enhancing the effectiveness of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).

Through this award, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board will provide a range of technical services, including flood hazard mapping, risk assessments, hydrological monitoring, resilience planning, and development of mitigation strategies. The Board plans to collaborate with subrecipients such as Oklahoma State University, municipal authorities, and local governments on initiatives like integrated flood monitoring, sewer upgrades, wastewater treatment plant improvements, and assessing wildfire impacts on waterways. This work aligns with the broader goals of FEMA's Risk Mapping, Assessment and Planning (Risk MAP) initiative to enhance flood preparedness and resilience nationwide.