Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
Published Date: 1/29/2026
Notice
Summary
FEMA fixed a mistake in its flood hazard map info for Cochise County, Arizona, and nearby towns. This update affects local communities by showing new flood risk areas, which could change flood insurance rules and costs. People have until March 9, 2026, to share their thoughts before the changes become official.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Corrected Flood Map for Cochise County
FEMA published corrected proposed flood hazard determinations for Cochise County, Arizona and incorporated areas (City of Benson, City of Bisbee, City of Douglas, City of Tombstone, and unincorporated areas). The project has Preliminary Date June 27, 2025 and the corrected table replaces the erroneous table published December 8, 2025.
Preliminary Maps Available for Inspection
The Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for the listed communities are available for inspection online at the FEMA Map Service Center (https://msc.fema.gov) and at the community map repository addresses listed for each city and for Cochise County.
Comment, Appeal, and SRP Timelines
You may submit comments on the revised flood hazard determinations on or before March 9, 2026; any request meeting 44 CFR 67.6(b) data requirements is treated as an appeal. If FEMA and a community consult for at least 60 days without resolution, the community may request use of a Scientific Resolution Panel (SRP).
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