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County Infrastructure Reduces Flood Risks and Brings Savings to Palm Springs Residents



County flood control infrastructure, which protected a Palm Springs art district, a mobile home park and nearby condos from flooding during Hurricane Hilary, will soon bring flood insurance savings to these same businesses and homeowners.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved a Letter of Map Revision that removes 514 structures and approximately 102 acres from an area previously designated as having a high risk of flooding.

This is the result of the Palm Springs Line 41 storm drain project by the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District.

The $16 million Line 41 project included over one mile of large diameter underground storm drain and a large flood basin. In summer 2023, construction was 90 percent complete when Hurricane Hilary was approaching. In preparation for the storm, the Flood Control District authorized emergency work that made the project functional; this work prevented flood damage to the Safari Mobile Home Park and Backstreet Art District. The area had flooded before in 2017.

“This flood risk reduction project is the result of years of engineering, community collaboration, and major investment in regional flood protection,” said Jason Uhley, General Manager-Chief Engineer of the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. “Its value was proven during Hurricane Hilary in August 2023, when the project successfully protected surrounding neighborhoods, including the Safari Mobile Home Park, from severe flooding.”

The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District is informing the community that the updated flood map by FEMA goes into effect on July 18. Businesses and homeowners can now reach out to their lender to check if flood insurance is still required. If the lender confirms that flood insurance is no longer mandatory, the property owner may then contact their insurance provider to adjust their coverage. The provided exhibit shows the affected properties within the updated flood map.



However, residents should be aware that choosing to forgo coverage is a personal decision, and they are advised to consult their insurance agents to determine their current requirements and evaluate their level of residual risk.

According to FEMA data, the average flood insurance cost in Palm Springs is $784 per year, savings that might be realized with this infrastructure now in place.

“Palm Springs Line 41 protects lives and safety and also homes and businesses from flooding,” said Supervisor V. Manuel Perez. “I am glad, through this flood control infrastructure investment, we were able to support Palm Springs with a project that is a major benefit for public safety and the economy as well.”




County Infrastructure Reduces Flood Risks and Brings Savings to Palm Springs Residents



County flood control infrastructure, which protected a Palm Springs art district, a mobile home park and nearby condos from flooding during Hurricane Hilary, will soon bring flood insurance savings to these same businesses and homeowners.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved a Letter of Map Revision that removes 514 structures and approximately 102 acres from an area previously designated as having a high risk of flooding.

This is the result of the Palm Springs Line 41 storm drain project by the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District.

The $16 million Line 41 project included over one mile of large diameter underground storm drain and a large flood basin. In summer 2023, construction was 90 percent complete when Hurricane Hilary was approaching. In preparation for the storm, the Flood Control District authorized emergency work that made the project functional; this work prevented flood damage to the Safari Mobile Home Park and Backstreet Art District. The area had flooded before in 2017.

“This flood risk reduction project is the result of years of engineering, community collaboration, and major investment in regional flood protection,” said Jason Uhley, General Manager-Chief Engineer of the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. “Its value was proven during Hurricane Hilary in August 2023, when the project successfully protected surrounding neighborhoods, including the Safari Mobile Home Park, from severe flooding.”

The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District is informing the community that the updated flood map by FEMA goes into effect on July 18. Businesses and homeowners can now reach out to their lender to check if flood insurance is still required. If the lender confirms that flood insurance is no longer mandatory, the property owner may then contact their insurance provider to adjust their coverage. The provided exhibit shows the affected properties within the updated flood map.



However, residents should be aware that choosing to forgo coverage is a personal decision, and they are advised to consult their insurance agents to determine their current requirements and evaluate their level of residual risk.

According to FEMA data, the average flood insurance cost in Palm Springs is $784 per year, savings that might be realized with this infrastructure now in place.

“Palm Springs Line 41 protects lives and safety and also homes and businesses from flooding,” said Supervisor V. Manuel Perez. “I am glad, through this flood control infrastructure investment, we were able to support Palm Springs with a project that is a major benefit for public safety and the economy as well.”



Page last updated: 25 Jun 2025, 05:05 PM