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BASE FLOOD

The flood having a one percent (1%) chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year based on current conditions hydrology.  Also known as the “100-year flood.”

Cary, NC Land Development Ordinance On-line VIC Version - This site last updated 3/4/2008

Note: This is not the official version of the Cary Land Development Ordinance