Flood Damage Alleviation in New Jersey

Little, if anything, can be done to prevent increased runoff from a watershed due to urbanization. But something must be done to guide flood plain development toward uses which are compatible with the risks involved. This report defines New Jersey's flood problem, describes existing flood protection and prevention measures at the local, state and federal levels, reviews recent flood damage prevention efforts in other states and regions, and identifies some of the questions left to be answered.Water Resources Circular 3Purpose: To present a report on flood damage, its current prevention, and future requirement