FAQs

Floodplain

• What Bodies of Water Cause Flooding in Hanahan?

  Turkey Creek and the Cooper River, which is tidally influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, have caused the most flood damage in Hanahan.

• How can I find a map of the flood zone on my property in Hanahan?

  Go to the Berkeley County GIS website at Click Here and type in your address or Property Identification Number (TMS #). Activate the FEMA Flood Data layer.

• What types of flood insurance coverages are available in Hanahan?

  Flood insurance is available for structure and contents. More information is available at Click Here. Check with your insurance agent to be certain you are adequately covered.

• Where can I find a flood insurance agent?

  More information is available at Click Here.

• How will I be notified if there is a flood threat in Hanahan?

  Flood watches and warnings are issued by the National Weather Service. If Berkeley County is included in a watch or warning, the City of Hanahan will post the warning(s) and safety information on the City of Hanahan's Facebook page Click Here. In addition, information will be sent out through the City's Emergency Alert system, if applicable. Follow us on social media to be informed in emergency situations.

• Is Hanahan included in an Emergency Response Plan?

  Yes. The City of Hanahan is a signatory to the Berkeley County Emergency Response Plan and is covered under the State of South Carolina Emergency Operations Plan Click Here.

• What should I do to my building when a flood is predicted for Hanahan?

  Prepare your home by following these tips Click Here. Follow us on our Facebook page Click Here for additional information.

• What should I do if ordered to evacuate?

  Follow instructions by State and Local officials. Evacuation routes are available at the S.C. Emergency Management Agency web site Click Here.

• Is my property in an area predicted to flood in a hurricane?

  Find out at the S.C. Emergency Management Agency web site Click Here.

• How should I protect my property from wind/hurricane damage?

  Find hurricane preparation tips at Click Here.

• How can I retrofit my building to make it safer from flood damage?

  The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has resources on retrofitting Click Here. check with our Building and Codes Department Click Here as to the appropriate measures for your property, procedures to follow, and possible financial assistance.

• What emergency floodproofing measures should I take if a flood is predicted for Hanahan?

  Sandbags for emergency floodproofing are provided in Hanahan when a severe flooding is predicted (typically during hurricanes). Follow us on Facebook Click Here for details as to sandbag availability. Commercial flood barriers are available. Check with your favorite home repair/construction stores or search online.

• How do I report problems with and/or dumping in the drainage system?

  Report drainage problems to Berkeley county at 843-719-4195 or the S.C. Department of Transportation at 843-740-1655.

• If I want to build a new building in Hanahan, what do I have to do?

  All construction activity in the City of Hanahan must comply with the adopted Building Codes Click Here, Ordinances Click Here, and Floodplain Management Ordinance Click Here. Contact the Building and Codes Department Click Here with any questions.

• Are there any endangered species that live in our area?

  Yes. See the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service web site Click Here for more information.

• What is South Carolina doing to protect habitats for wildlife/natural functions of floodplains?

  See the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources web page Click Here for this information. A map of wetland areas is available at Click Here.