The ASCE/SEI Flood Resistant Design and Construction Standards Committee, chaired by Daniel Thomas Cox, Ph.D., A.M.ASCE, is responsible for developing and maintaining ASCE/SEI 24: Flood Resistant Design and Construction, a standard that serves as a cornerstone for engineers and professionals working in flood-prone areas. By setting clear and rigorous guidelines, the committee ensures that structural designs prioritize public safety and property protection in the face of increasing flood risks due to climate change and rising sea levels.
The newly released ASCE/SEI 24-24 introduces significant updates, including the expansion of flood hazard areas to include land within the 500-year floodplain and alignment with ASCE 7-22 Supplement 2. These updates refine flood load calculations, enhance elevation requirements, and define mitigation strategies for utilities and emergency systems. Designed to meet or exceed FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program requirements, the standard ensures regulatory compliance while protecting lives and property.
For engineers working in diverse settings, from urban developments to critical infrastructure like levees and shoreline protections, ASCE 24-24 offers tailored guidance. The inclusion of provisions for healthcare facilities, mixed-use buildings, and flood mitigation systems underscores the standard’s relevance across a wide range of structural applications.
Under Dr. Cox’s leadership, the committee continues to provide the structural engineering community with the tools to tackle rising flood risks effectively. The ASCE/SEI 24-24 standard remains an indispensable resource, equipping engineers to build safer, more resilient structures in the face of evolving challenges in the environment.
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