WI · Region 5
LOMA and LOMR-F in Wisconsin
Wisconsin flood risk combines Lake Michigan shoreline exposure with riverine events on the Wisconsin, Rock, and Mississippi rivers. Rising Great Lakes water levels drove recent LOMA activity.
LOMA in Wisconsin
LOMA candidates often involve shoreline parcels mapped under older high-water assumptions.
Read the national LOMA page →LOMR-F in Wisconsin
LOMR-F applies to newer lakefront developments on engineered fill.
Read the national LOMR-F page →Where activity concentrates
Major metros
- • Milwaukee
- • Madison
- • Green Bay
- • Kenosha
Common counties
- • Milwaukee County
- • Dane County
- • Waukesha County
Licensing and documentation in Wisconsin
A Wisconsin Professional Land Surveyor or Professional Engineer must prepare elevation documents.
Frequently asked questions about Wisconsin
Can a property in Wisconsin qualify for a FEMA LOMA?
Yes, many Wisconsin properties qualify when the structure or parcel sits on natural high ground above the Base Flood Elevation. LOMA candidates often involve shoreline parcels mapped under older high-water assumptions. A specialist review can confirm whether the property matches the LOMA pattern before you order new survey work.
When is a LOMR-F the right path in Wisconsin?
A LOMR-F applies when earthen fill created the elevation difference. LOMR-F applies to newer lakefront developments on engineered fill. If fill was used, packaging the file as a LOMA usually creates delay.
Who can prepare an Elevation Certificate in Wisconsin?
A Wisconsin Professional Land Surveyor or Professional Engineer must prepare elevation documents. FloodMapReview.com can review an existing Elevation Certificate or connect you with a qualified professional if new survey work is needed.
Which Wisconsin counties see the most LOMA and LOMR-F activity?
Activity is concentrated in Milwaukee County, Dane County, Waukesha County, driven by great lakes flooding and riverine events.
Does a LOMA in Wisconsin automatically remove flood insurance?
Not automatically. A LOMA can change the federal mandatory-purchase requirement, but Wisconsin lenders and insurance carriers still make underwriting decisions. A Wisconsin homeowner may still choose to keep voluntary coverage.
How long does a Wisconsin LOMA typically take?
Timing depends on document readiness and whether the case qualifies for the faster professional-submitted eLOMA route. Most Wisconsin files move faster when the Elevation Certificate and FEMA correspondence are gathered before submission.
Can FloodMapReview.com help with a LOMA anywhere in Wisconsin?
Yes. We review LOMA and LOMR-F files across all Wisconsin counties, including Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay and surrounding areas. Call (281) 870-4492 to talk through an urgent file.
What documents should Wisconsin homeowners gather first?
Start with the property address, current flood zone or lender determination, any existing Elevation Certificate or survey, prior FEMA correspondence, and a lender or insurance notice if one triggered the review. Upload what you have and a specialist will identify the next step.
Reviewed by
FloodMapReview Engineering
Licensed P.E. and CFM team, FloodMapReview.com
FloodMapReview Engineering is a team of licensed Professional Engineers and Certified Floodplain Managers who have reviewed hundreds of LOMA, LOMR-F, eLOMA, and Online LOMC files across the United States. The team specializes in helping homeowners, buyers, lenders, and surveyors navigate the FEMA flood map amendment process. FloodMapReview engineers personally review every case for eligibility, ensure Elevation Certificates and supporting documents meet FEMA standards, and guide clients from initial assessment through final determination.
