Tuesday, July 15, 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. MDT
Location: Interlocken A

Flooding is one of the most common and costly hazards in the United States, but with the widespread adoption and enforcement of up-to-date and modern building codes and standards, a more flood resilient nation is possible. This year marks one of the most significant upgrades to national standards for flood resilience in the last five decades, with the release of American Society for Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) groundbreaking building construction standard, ASCE 24-24. These guidelines are more than just a reference for structural engineers and designers. They can be a useful tool for floodplain managers, community officials, and other resilience experts to help their communities to withstand floodwaters and improve public safety. This session will explore how the standards were developed, how they account for increasing flood risk, and how communities can put them to use.