Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 68786 68786, NE — Zone A and 79527 79527, TX — Zone VE. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 68786 68786, NE — Zone A | 79527 79527, TX — Zone VE |
|---|---|---|
| name | 68786 68786, NE — Zone A | 79527 79527, TX — Zone VE |
| zip code | 68786 | 79527 |
| city | 68786 | 79527 |
| state | Nebraska | Texas |
| state code | NE | TX |
| category | High Risk | Very High Risk |
| flood zone | Zone A (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain, No BFE) | Zone VE (Very High Risk — Coastal 100-Year + Wave Action) |
| risk level | High Risk | Very High Risk |
| annual flood prob | 1% annual chance (100-year flood) | 1% annual chance with velocity wave action |
| insurance required | Required for federally-backed mortgages | Required — highest risk coastal zone |
| avg annual premium | 2,315 | 2,315 |
| base flood elevation | 14 ft | 5 ft |
| historical floods | 11 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2019 | 0 recorded flood events in the past 50 years |
| nearest water | Long Island Sound (4.4 miles) | Colorado River (3.4 miles) |
| elevation ft | 836 | 409 |
| population | 59,878 | 40,005 |
| median home value | 516,687 | 772,015 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $150,673 | 65-80% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $119,133 |
| 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. | Reinforce foundation against wave action; install storm shutters; elevate entire structure if possible; maintain maximum flood insurance coverage; establish evacuation routes; consider relocating critical infrastructure to upper floors. |
| fema map id | 6586C342J | 9254C530J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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