Northwest Territories Ice Jam Flood Mapping Guidelines V1.0
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Creator | Northwest Hydraulic Consultants Ltd. |
| Summary | Ice jam floods are the dominant type of flood experienced in the Northwest Territories (NWT). Ice jam flooding is a very complex phenomenon that requires specialized expertise to analyze and map; it is advisable that ice jam analysis be completed by experienced practitioners. The objectives and requirements for flood mapping work are unique to each project and will vary depending on the needs of the community and the hydro-climatic setting. The focus in this report is on best practices for developing engineered flood hazard maps where ice jam flooding is the dominant flood mechanism. |
| Local Relevance | The guidelines, developed for the Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT), offer methods for creating flood inundation, hazard, and risk maps for communities prone to ice jam flooding. They are designed to be flexible, applying to both data-scarce and data-rich communities. This is particularly relevant to the Northwest Territories (NWT) as it provides a standardized approach to assessing and managing flood risks across diverse communities, enhancing preparedness and resilience in a region vulnerable to ice jam-induced flooding. |
| Notes | |
| Tags | Flooding,Ice jam |
| Geographic Region | NWT |
| Release Date | 2023-12-08 |
| Last Modified Date | 2023-12-08 |
| Funding Program | Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program |