Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 35121 35121, AL — Zone A and 61013 61013, IL — Zone D. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 35121 35121, AL — Zone A | 61013 61013, IL — Zone D |
|---|---|---|
| name | 35121 35121, AL — Zone A | 61013 61013, IL — Zone D |
| zip code | 35121 | 61013 |
| city | 35121 | 61013 |
| state | Alabama | Illinois |
| state code | AL | IL |
| category | High Risk | Undetermined |
| flood zone | Zone A (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain, No BFE) | Zone D (Undetermined Risk — No Analysis Performed) |
| risk level | High Risk | Undetermined |
| annual flood prob | 1% annual chance (100-year flood) | Unknown — flood risk not yet determined by FEMA |
| insurance required | Required for federally-backed mortgages | Recommended — risk is undetermined |
| avg annual premium | 901 | 901 |
| base flood elevation | 12 ft | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 13 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2022 | 7 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2010 |
| nearest water | Potomac River (1.2 miles) | Red River (0.8 miles) |
| elevation ft | 1,815 | 678 |
| population | 14,580 | 34,889 |
| median home value | 768,934 | 759,940 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $126,309 | Unknown chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $162,914 |
| 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. | Purchase flood insurance as a precaution; research historical flooding in your area; contact your local floodplain administrator; maintain proper drainage; prepare an emergency kit and evacuation plan. |
| fema map id | 6971C593J | 5995C837J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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