Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Practice Exam

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What is the primary purpose of a Regulatory Floodway?

To prevent development in flood-prone areas
To discharge the base flood without increasing water elevation more than a set height
To regulate fishing activities
To designate areas for water sports

The correct answer is: To discharge the base flood without increasing water elevation more than a set height

A Regulatory Floodway is designed to discharge the base flood, which is the annual flood that has a 1% chance of occurring, without causing significant increases in water elevation. Option A is incorrect as a Regulatory Floodway does not prevent development, but it does regulate it to minimize potential flood damage. Option C is incorrect as the main purpose is not for regulating fishing activities, although it may be a secondary benefit. Option D is incorrect as the primary purpose is not for designating areas for water sports, although recreational use may be allowed in a Regulatory Floodway.