Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 14865 14865, NY — Zone AE and 30144 30144, GA — Zone X-shaded. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 14865 14865, NY — Zone AE | 30144 30144, GA — Zone X-shaded |
|---|---|---|
| name | 14865 14865, NY — Zone AE | 30144 30144, GA — Zone X-shaded |
| zip code | 14865 | 30144 |
| city | 14865 | 30144 |
| state | New York | Georgia |
| state code | NY | GA |
| category | High Risk | Moderate Risk |
| flood zone | Zone AE (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain) | Zone X-shaded (Moderate Risk — 500-Year Floodplain) |
| risk level | High Risk | Moderate Risk |
| annual flood prob | 1% annual chance (100-year flood) | 0.2% annual chance (500-year flood) |
| insurance required | Required for federally-backed mortgages | Recommended but not required |
| avg annual premium | 811 | 811 |
| base flood elevation | 29 ft | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 10 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2010 | 14 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2023 |
| nearest water | local creek (2.3 miles) | Rio Grande (0.9 miles) |
| elevation ft | 6 | 537 |
| population | 32,469 | 25,825 |
| median home value | 296,009 | 211,299 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $168,063 | 15-30% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $86,128 |
| mitigation tips | Elevate utilities above base flood elevation; install sump pumps with battery backup; consider flood-proofing ground floor; maintain flood insurance; create an emergency evacuation plan; store important documents above flood level. | Consider purchasing flood insurance even though not required; install backflow preventers on sewer lines; grade your lot to direct water away from foundation; keep gutters and drainage clear; know your evacuation route. |
| fema map id | 7385C240J | 3213C499J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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