Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 24060 24060, VA — Zone A and 31518 31518, GA — Zone X-shaded. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 24060 24060, VA — Zone A | 31518 31518, GA — Zone X-shaded |
|---|---|---|
| name | 24060 24060, VA — Zone A | 31518 31518, GA — Zone X-shaded |
| zip code | 24060 | 31518 |
| city | 24060 | 31518 |
| state | Virginia | Georgia |
| state code | VA | GA |
| category | High Risk | Moderate Risk |
| flood zone | Zone A (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain, No BFE) | 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 | 715 | 715 |
| base flood elevation | 27 ft | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years | 15 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2011 |
| nearest water | Ohio River (3.9 miles) | Potomac River (1.6 miles) |
| elevation ft | 885 | 1,292 |
| population | 22,178 | 6,391 |
| median home value | 689,972 | 676,976 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $171,079 | 15-30% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $31,620 |
| 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 | 4674C156J | 2253C950J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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