Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 26425 26425, WV — Zone A and 36544 36544, AL — Zone X-shaded. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 26425 26425, WV — Zone A | 36544 36544, AL — Zone X-shaded |
|---|---|---|
| name | 26425 26425, WV — Zone A | 36544 36544, AL — Zone X-shaded |
| zip code | 26425 | 36544 |
| city | 26425 | 36544 |
| state | West Virginia | Alabama |
| state code | WV | AL |
| 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 | 754 | 754 |
| base flood elevation | 6 ft | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 6 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2023 | 14 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2018 |
| nearest water | Missouri River (1.4 miles) | Lake Superior (4.0 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,775 | 1,442 |
| population | 13,732 | 9,434 |
| median home value | 459,898 | 124,779 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $112,526 | 15-30% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $166,690 |
| 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 | 7728C611J | 5239C411J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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