Glossary
Floodway
A mapped floodplain concept that can materially affect the complexity of a flood map change discussion.
A floodway is the portion of the floodplain reserved to carry floodwaters. When a property issue touches the floodway concept, the case usually deserves more caution and more technical review than a straightforward introductory LOMA question.
Key takeaways
Floodway issues often signal more complexity.
Users need a warning flag and a route into professional review, not shallow definitions.
Why it matters
It can complicate a property-specific review.
It helps explain why some files need more than a simple intake answer.