Using Multi-Objective Management to Reduce Flood Losses in Your

Relocation and acquisition−Clearing neighboring properties can improve
the surroundings of an historic site and even make it more closely
resemble its original condition. Sometimes an archeological or historic
inventory should be done before the site is redeveloped
Floodproofing−Floodproofing an historic building is sometimes the only
way to protect it without disrupting its appearance or setting.
Community programs−Public information programs can cover the
history of flooding and its impact on the site’s or the community’s past.
Flood warning−Early warning may provide lead time to move collections
and take other steps to protect historic features.
Related interests
The following interests often have concerns that can be linked to historic
preservation. They are discussed elsewhere in this chapter.
Recreation
Urban renewal
Economic development
Education.
Advice and assistance
The following agencies and organizations can provide advice and/or assistance on
historic preservation. They could also support flood loss reduction measures.
State historic preservation office
U.S. Department of the Interior, Preservation Assistance Division
State and local historical societies
Museums
School and university history departments
Community development and planning.
Education
A community’s most important asset is its children−the future generations who
will inherit the resources, infrastructure, and development left to them. They will
be facing the same natural forces that cause periodic flooding. The watersheds and
floodplains will be theirs to farm, build on, and care for.
Therefore, it is important that today’s children know about flooding, the
forces that cause it, the factors that cause flood problems, and the wisdom of
protecting the natural and beneficial functions of watersheds and floodplains.
After economic development, education and schools are probably the most
important issue in any community. Parent-teacher organizations are one of the
strongest “grass roots” groups that reach out to many residents and have many
active participants. They can be very useful in spreading the word and gaining
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