Floodplain map shows significant increase; county to review and invite city comments

Mar 2, 2026

Mapping and Zoning Director Chris Brown told the commission of a significant increase in Russell County’s floodplain area and said there is a 30-day opportunity to review and submit comments; he will solicit reviews from each Russell County city.

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Chris Brown, Mapping and Zoning Director, updated the Russell County Commission on a Flood Risk Project meeting and reported a significant increase in the county’s floodplain area. He said there is a 30-day opportunity to review the floodplain map and make comments or proposed changes.

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