HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes.3406.05-03-2021 BILL NO. 21-60 RESOLUTION NO. 06
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2021 CAPE GIRARDEAU
COUNTY HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Cape Girardeau,
Missouri, recognizes the threat that natural hazards pose to
people and property within the city limits of the City of Cape
Girardeau, Missouri; and
WHEREAS, the City of Cape Girardeau has participated in the
preparation of a multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan,
known as the Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan,
hereafter referred to as the Plan, in accordance with the
Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000; and
WHEREAS, the Plan identifies mitigation goals and actions
to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property in
the city limits of the City of Cape Girardeau from the impacts
of future hazards and disasters; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that land use policies
have a major impact on whether people and property are exposed
to natural hazards, and endeavors to integrate the Plan into the
comprehensive planning process; and
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WHEREAS, adoption by the City Council demonstrates their
commitment to hazard mitigation and achieving the goals outlined
in the Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CAPE GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS :
ARTICLE 1 . The City Council hereby adopts the 2021 Cape
Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan.
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Southeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission
Cape Girardeau County
Hazard Mitigation Plan
2021 Plan Update
2021 Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan
TITLE: Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan: 2021 Plan Update
AUTHORS: Drew Christian, Director of Planning
GRAPHICS: Stan Balsman, GIS Director
Jeremy Tanz, GIS Specialist and IT Director
DATE: Pending, 2021
SOURCE OF COPIES: Southeast Missouri Regional Planning and Economic
Development Commission
1 West St.Joseph Street
P.O. Box 366
Perryville, MO 63775
DOCUMENT NO.: DR-MO-1676-4.57A
Cover Photograph:
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Table of Contents
Introduction 1
I. FEMA/SEMA/MACOG Planning Initiative 1
II. Basis for Planning Authority 1
III. Acknowledgments and Special Thanks 2
IV. Organization 2
Chapter 1: Prerequisites 3
1.1 Plan Adoption (See Appendix A) 3
1.2 Assurance Statements of Compliance with FEMA 3
Chapter 2: The Planning Process 4
2.1 Documentation of the Planning Process 4
2.1.1 2021 Plan Update Process 4
2.2 Coordination with Other Agencies 8
2.3 Integration with Other Planning Efforts 9
2.3.1 Integration with Other Local Plans 9
2.3.2 Integrating Planning Information with Other Mitigation Partners 10
Chapter 3: Risk Assessment 12
3.1 Identifying Hazards 12
3.2 Profiling Hazards 21
3.2.1 Dam & Levee Failure 22
3.2.2 Drought 31
3.2.3 Earthquake 32
3.2.4 Extreme Cold 38
3.2.5 Extreme Heat 38
3.2.6 Flooding: Riverine & Flash 40
3.2.7 Severe Winter Weather 43
3.2.8 Sinkholes 43
3.2.9 Tornadoes &Severe Thunderstorms 44
3.2.10 Wildfire 46
3.3 Assessing Vulnerability and Estimating Potential Losses 47
3.3.1 Assessing Vulnerability 47
3.3.2 Area-wide Hazard Vulnerability 79
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3.3.3 Geographically-Specific Hazard Vulnerability 87
3.3.4 Estimating Potential Losses 108
Chapter 4: Hazard Mitigation Program 121
4.1 Hazard Mitigation Goals and Objectives 123
4.1.1 County Mitigation Goals and Objectives 123
4.1.2 Process for Identifying, Reviewing, and Updating County Goals and Objectives 125
4.2 Capability Assessments 126
4.2.1 Agencies 126
4.2.2 Plans, Policies, Regulations, and Initiatives 128
4.2.3 Funding Capabilities 129
4.3 Mitigation Actions 138
4.3.1 Actions That Will Be Considered 138
4.3.2 Process for Identifying, Evaluating, Prioritizing, and Updating Mitigation Actions 148
4.3.3 Mitigation Action Implementation 149
4.3.4 Review and Progress of Mitigation Actions 150
4.3.5 Challenges in Implementation 151
4.3.6 Mitigation Successes 151
Chapter 5: Plan Maintenance Process 152
5.1 Monitoring, Evaluating, and Updating the Plan 152
5.1.1 Plan Maintenance Process 152
5.2 Monitoring Goals, Objectives, and Activities 153
Appendix A: Adoption Resolutions 155
Appendix B: Meeting Documentation Error! Bookmark not defined.
Appendix C: Storm Data Error! Bookmark not defined.
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INTRODUCTION
I. FEMA/SEMA/MACOG PLANNING INITIATIVE
As a result of new federal regulations imposed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA), cities, counties, and organizations that were eligible for hazard mitigation grant funding
in the past will no longer be eligible after November, 2004, unless they have adopted a Hazard
Mitigation Plan.This ruling affects more than 1,000 cities and 114 counties in Missouri. Although
these communities will still be eligible for federal disaster Public Assistance and Individual
Assistance, they will not be eligible for mitigation assistance unless they have developed and
adopted a plan.
The State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) was faced with the challenge of trying to
provide assistance, support, and guidance to all of these cities and counties in their efforts to
develop and adopt a Hazard Mitigation Plan. As a result, SEMA approached the Missouri
Association of Councils of Government (MACOG) to request participation of the Regional
Planning Commissions in the effort to develop these plans. SEMA and MACOG cooperated to
develop a joint Mitigation Planning Initiative to develop mitigation plans for natural disasters
only. This restriction was necessary due to the funding limitations of FEMA.
While SEMA/MACOG developed this Mitigation Planning Initiative, the cities and counties
received the funding to prepare the plans and contracted with Regional Planning Commissions
to perform the work. SEMA provided training and technical assistance to the Regional Planning
Commissions, but the funding will go to the participating cities and counties. All of the plans will
be developed in accordance with a Scope of Work drawn up by SEMA. This method is being used
to ensure that the local governments participate fully in the development of the Hazard
Mitigation Plans that they adopt. It is felt that, if the local units of government do not participate
in the development of the planning document, then they will not feel that they have any stake in
following through with recommendations made in the plan.
Cape Girardeau County contracted with the Southeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission
through the SEMA Scope of Work to develop this plan. The County participated fully in the
development of the plan. After this plan is approved, Cape Girardeau County and the cities and
organizations in the County will be eligible to receive future mitigation assistance from FEMA.
They will also be able to more effectively carry out mitigation activities to lessen any adverse
impact of future disasters in the County.
II. BASIS FOR PLANNING AUTHORITY
Authority to create a natural hazard mitigation plan is based in Section 322 of the Robert T.
Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 5165. This act was enacted
under Section 104 of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA 2000), P.L. 106-390. Section 104
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is the legal basis for FEMA's Interim Final Rule for 44 CFR Parts 201 and 206 published in the
Federal Register on February 26, 2002.
III. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND SPECIAL THANKS
We would like to thank all of those who assisted in the preparation of this plan: County
Commissioners, the Emergency Management Office, various law enforcement and fire
departments, and county and city offices and personnel. We would also like to thank the State
Emergency Management Agency and the Missouri Association of Councils of Government for
their advice and assistance in the process of developing this plan. Most importantly, we would
like to thank the people of Cape Girardeau County for their assistance and involvement with this
important planning document.
IV. ORGANIZATION
This plan is organized around FEMA's mitigation planning process and is divided into six chapters,
briefly summarized below:
• Chapter 1 Prerequisite includes all applicable jurisdictions'adoption of the
plan and assurances that they will comply with all applicable state and
federal statutes and regulations.
• Chapter 2 Planning Process explains the planning process, including how
it was prepared, who was involved, and how it was integrated with other
related planning efforts.
• Chapter 3 Risk Assessment features the risk assessment, which identifies
the type and location of hazards that can affect the county, analyzes the
county's vulnerability to the hazards identified, and serves as the factual
basis for the mitigation strategy.
• Chapter 4 Comprehensive County Hazard Mitigation Program provides
the county's mitigation blueprint. Specifically, it includes goals and
objectives, local capabilities, mitigation activities, and funding sources.
• Chapter 5 Plan Maintenance presents the method the Hazard Mitigation
Planning Team uses to monitor, evaluate, and update the plan. It also
introduces how the team monitors project implementation and closeouts
and reviews progress on achieving goals.
• Appendices include supporting information for the various sections.
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CHAPTER 1: PREREQUISITES
1.1 PLAN ADOPTION (SEE APPENDIX A)
Development of an all-hazard mitigation plan is futile if the local units of government do not
accept the document and its recommendations. Therefore, the Regional Planning Commission,
in developing this document, has attempted to engender in all participants a sense of ownership
of the resulting document.
1.2 ASSURANCE STATEMENTS OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEMA
This mitigation plan is in compliance with SEMA and FEMA guidance, as well as FEMA's rules,
regulations, and guidelines. It is also in compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations and
other reasonable criterion established by FEMA and SEMA.
The plan also meets the minimum planning requirements for all FEMA mitigation programs such
as the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Program, the Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) Program,
and the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), and where appropriate, other FEMA
mitigation related programs such as the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program
(NEHRP), the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and the Community Rating System (CRS).
To help further insure that this plan is in compliance with both the State and Federal Emergency
Management Agencies' requirements and to help the Planning Team and Committee focus as
much as possible on content rather than format this plan was developed using observed best
practices from other Hazard Mitigation Plans. Both the most recent Missouri State Hazard
Mitigation Plan and the previously approved Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan
served as templates for this plan. While the format is similar to the state's plan, and while some
pertinent general information has been pulled from the state's and previous county plan, the
information, data,goals,objectives, and actions of this Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation
Plan are wholly unique and specific to the county and the current challenges and threats it faces.
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CHAPTER 2: THE PLANNING PROCESS
This chapter documents the process used to develop this plan, including how the county
coordinates its efforts with other agencies and planning efforts.The chapter is divided into three
parts:
• Documentation of the Planning Process
• Coordination among Agencies
• Integration with other Planning Efforts
2.1 DOCUMENTATION OF THE PLANNING PROCESS
The process established for this planning effort is based on the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000
(DMA) planning and update requirements and FEMA's associated guidance for county hazard
mitigation plans.The primary steps in the planning process were:
1. Identify the types of natural hazards that affect the county and develop a
brief history of each;
2. Determine the present and future risk and vulnerability of county residents
to these hazards;
3. Assess the capabilities at the local level to mitigate hazards and disasters;
4. Establish and prioritize the major hazard mitigation issues that should be
addressed in the Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan; and
5. Identify goals,objectives,and actions for addressing these issues to reduce
the county's vulnerability to present and future hazards.
2.1.1 2021 Plan Update Process
The 2021 update to the Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan was initiated in 2015 with
several meetings of the Hazard Mitigation Planning Team working through each section of the
previous plan to identify what information and data was still relevant and appropriate and what
needed updating or deleting.
The team then used information from participating jurisdictions to update existing data and add
new data as needed,including collecting updated data on hazard events and previous and current
mitigation actions taken by the county, municipalities, and agencies. The following table
illustrates the changes between the previous plan and this one.
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EXHIBIT 2.1.1-A Plan Update Change Log
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Introduction Introduction Updated language and dates
Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Updated language and dates
Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Updated language, dates, and data
Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Updated language, dates, and data
Chapter 4 Chapter 4 Updated language, dates, and data
Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Updated language and dates
Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee Meetings
Three meetings of the HMPC were held during 2015. All meetings were open to the public and
public notice was given for each meeting, as well as for review of the draft throughout the entire
planning process.
At the first meeting, held August 17th, 2015, attendees discussed:
• Hazard Mitigation Planning Purpose
• Grant Programs Linked to Approved Plans
• Hazard Mitigation Plan Participation Requirements
• Public Outreach Strategy
• Data Collection
• Discussion of Hazards
• Plan Adoption
During the second meeting, held September 15th, 2015, attendees discussed:
• Participation Requirements and Status
• Countywide Risk Assessment
• Mitigation Goals
• Mitigation Actions from Previous Plan
• Discussed Public Comments Since Previous Meeting
• Plan Adoption
During the third and final meeting, held December 4th, 2015, attendees discussed:
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• Goal Statements
• Risk Assessments
• Public Comments Since Previous Meeting
• Status of Previous Actions
• New Actions
• Hazard Mitigation Funding Opportunities
• Plan Maintenance Strategy
• Plan Adoption
Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee:
The HMPC was responsible for identifying relevant hazards in the county and for developing the
county's goals, objectives, and actions for the mitigation of those hazards. The committee is
comprised of representatives from the participating jurisdictions, organizations, and agencies
both within and outside the county. A "participating jurisdiction" is defined by the Committee as
any jurisdiction that actively assists in the collection and analysis of data and provides input and
feedback on the draft plan, including past, present, and future goals, objectives, and actions.
Attendance to at least one committee meeting by an official of the participating jurisdiction or a
designated representative was mandatory.
The following is a list of the various organizations participating and assisting with the updates to
the 2021 Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan along with the title(s) of the individual(s)
participating.
• Pending
All jurisdictions listed below are considered participating jurisdictions that intend to adopt this
plan and possibly apply for funds as they become available from FEMA. These jurisdictions met
the participation requirement by providing critical data about their respective jurisdiction's goals,
objectives, actions, plans, capabilities, conditions, and characteristics and by attending and
participating in HMPC meetings.
EXHIBIT 2.1.1-B Participation Matrix
Participating Jurisdiction Criteria(2021)
Participating Participating
NFIP Jurisdiction Meetings Actions Draft Formal Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Participant (2016) Attended Developed Reviewed Adoption ` (2021)
Cape Girardeau County y y
Cape Girardeau,City of y y
Jackson,City of y y
Cape Girardeau 63 School
Dist. N/A y
Delta R-V School Dist. N/A y
Jackson R-Il School Dist. N/A y
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Nell Holcomb R-IV School
Dist. N/A V
Oak Ridge R-VI School Dist. N/A y
Southeast Missouri State
Univ N/A N
Little River Drainage Dist. N/A N
Allenville,Village of y N
Delta,City of N N
Gordonville,Village of N N
Oak Ridge,Town of N N
Old Appleton,Town of N N
Pocahontas,Town of N N
Whitewater,Town of V N
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Public Participation
Effort was made to involve the public in all phases of the plan development. The public was
notified of the plan update in general and of all public meetings through postings in the County
Courthouse, city halls, on social media, on jurisdiction's website (when available), and on the
RPC's website. These postings stated that the meeting in question was open to the public and
that any and all comments or ideas that the public had on hazard vulnerability, mitigation goals,
objectives, and actions were desired, along with contact information for the planners.The public
was encouraged to attend all meetings and to provide feedback on plan content and the plan
update process whether or not they attended meetings.All notices included the URL for the draft
plan and contact information for providing comments and input.This plan update was conducted
in accordance with the Missouri Sunshine Law. For more information see Appendix B: Public
Participation.
During preparation of the plan, numerous meetings were held with the E-911 coordinator, law
enforcement, fire, public works personnel, superintendents, and other participants to pinpoint
and finalize the location of key facilities and vulnerabilities in the County and incorporated
communities.When these facilities and vulnerabilities had been mapped,they were reviewed by
the members of the committee.
2.2 COORDINATION WITH OTHER AGENCIES
The HMPC recognizes the importance of coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies and
other interested groups involved in hazard mitigation in the planning process for the update of
the County Hazard Mitigation Plan to enhance data collection, mitigation strategy development,
plan implementation, and overall investment in Cape Girardeau County's mitigation program.
The Southeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission acted as the coordinator of and
participant on the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee during the planning process for the
previously approved plan and for the 2021 update.
The previous section listed the agencies involved with the HMPC for the 2021 plan update.
Members of the HMPC participated in the update process by attending planning meetings,
providing data and information, and commenting on the draft version of the plan. Comments
from previous reviews of the 2011 plan from FEMA Region VII and FEMA headquarters were
incorporated into this update.
As hazard mitigation planning continuously involves multiple government agencies, private
voluntary organizations, and commerce and industry, and it is assumed the role of other entities
in updating this plan will increase over time.This plan will be adjusted accordingly to reflect new
participants and their roles during the next review process.
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Community Partnerships
There are a number of active community partnerships, formal and informal, in Cape Girardeau
County. The City Councils of the Cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson meet annually to discuss
issues of common interest. The Southeast Missouri Major Case Squad is composed of members
of the Sheriff's Departments of Cape Girardeau and Bollinger Counties and the Cape Girardeau
and Jackson Police Departments. Through the Major Case Squad, resources are shared in an
effort to solve major criminal cases.The Cape Girardeau County 911 Board is a county-wide group
which guides the 911 emergency response program in the County.
The Southeast Missouri Drug Task Force is composed of law enforcement officials from the
Missouri Highway Patrol, local sheriff's departments, and local police departments and works to
apprehend drug dealers and reduce drug traffic in Southeast Missouri. The Cape Girardeau
County Firefighters Association is a group comprised of fire chiefs from Cape Girardeau County
and Scott City which meets monthly to discuss fire-related problems. The association maintains
a county air van which is housed at the county's fire departments on a rotating basis.
The various fire departments in the County have mutual-aid agreements in place which commit
each department to come to the aid of other fire departments in the event of a fire which is
beyond the ability of one department to contain or extinguish.
2.3 INTEGRATION WITH OTHER PLANNING EFFORTS
2.3.1 Integration with Other Local Plans
Cape Girardeau County is fully committed to an effective and comprehensive mitigation program.
A number of community plans are already in place in Cape Girardeau County. The Cities of Cape
Girardeau and Jackson have adopted comprehensive plans, as has the Village of Pocahontas.The
City of Cape Girardeau also has in place an All Hazard Mitigation Plan which was prepared by
Burns & McDonnell in 2000.
The Southeast Missouri Regional Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Plan, prepared by
the Southeast Missouri Regional Planning and Economic Development Commission in 1990,
addresses appropriate responses to the existence of hazardous waste materials in Cape
Girardeau County, as well as the other six counties of the Southeast Missouri Region.The future
wastewater needs of Cape Girardeau County were also identified and prioritized in the Southeast
Missouri Regional Wastewater Treatment Needs Identification and Prioritization Project Report
which was prepared in 1997.
Cape Girardeau County is also one of the seven counties included in the Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy (CEDS) for the Southeast Missouri Region which was prepared by the
Southeast Missouri Regional Planning and Economic Development Commission in 2002. The
CEDS is a broad-based plan for future growth and development in the Region, and in Cape
Girardeau County.
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The County has never implemented planning and zoning, and currently has not adopted building
or fire codes. The County does, however, issue building permits outside incorporated city limits,
primarily to ensure that new structures are not constructed in a floodplain.
Representatives from the county, communities, fire departments, police agencies, public health,
emergency medical services, hospitals,and schools are members of the Emergency Management
Agency.These members ensure that natural hazard mitigation measures are included in the plans
of their respective organizations. Updates to the communities'comprehensive plans will consider
additional mitigation measures to be included in elements of the plans.
The municipalities with planning and zoning implemented will incorporate this hazard mitigation
plan through appropriate plans such as comprehensive plans, transportation plans, emergency
response plans, capital improvement plans, and economic development plans when such
planning activities occur by integrating their vulnerability to hazards, goals and objectives, and
actions identified herein into the other plans. The smaller municipalities with no planning or
zoning mechanisms in place generally have no additional plans into which the hazard mitigation
plan can be incorporated at the municipality level. Additionally, the applicable jurisdictions will
incorporate the results of this plan into their floodplain management practices to help prevent
unnecessary loss of life or damage to property.
The previous plan was incorporated into plans of the cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson as well
as the County.The county integrated the plan into its floodplain management plan and its capital
improvement plan. The cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson as well as the county incorporated
information from the previous HMP into the Metropolitan Planning Organization's Metropolitan
Transportation Plan, a long-range transportation plan for the urbanized area. No other major
planning documents have been developed in the last five years by the county or municipalities.
All jurisdictions do take hazard mitigation strategies and actions into consideration when
developing their operating budgets, and those jurisdictions considering updates to
comprehensive plans and other planning instruments intend to incorporate this plan as
applicable.
2.3.2 Integrating Planning Information with Other Mitigation Partners
The Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies the participating jurisdiction's
hazards, risks, vulnerabilities, goals, objectives, priorities, and strategies for mitigation. The plan
is the basic document that the county EMA uses to focus efforts to improve the lives of county
residents.Over the years,the county has worked continuously to identify partners(federal,state,
local, and business) interested in participating in the county's mitigation efforts.
Integration of federal, state, and local agencies, business and industry, and private nonprofit
organizations into the county mitigation program has been an ongoing process that has helped
the county improve its mitigation plan over the years. The county and its appointed
representatives have had many meetings and discussions with these various entities involving
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reviews of current programs and policies that promote or could potentially promote mitigation
initiatives throughout the county and reviews of existing and proposed plans to identify
mitigation opportunities. The lessons learned through these programs and activities have
contributed to the development of this plan and have been integrated into their own plans and
programs.
This Hazard Mitigation Plan is available to all local agencies to reference when seeking
information and guidance on hazard mitigation.
Cape Girardeau County and participating jurisdictions have worked in conjunction with numerous
agencies and entities to help mitigate the effects of natural disasters within the county, including:
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• The Missouri Department of Conservation
• The Missouri Department of Agriculture
• The Missouri Department of Insurance, Financial Institutions, and
Professional Registration
• The Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
• The Missouri Department of Transportation
• U.S. Department of Transportation
• Federal Highway Administration
• U.S. Geological Survey
• SEMA
• FEMA
• American Red Cross
• Natural Resource Conservation Service
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CHAPTER 3: RISK ASSESSMENT
This document has been compiled to identify the hazards that exist at varying locations
and degrees of magnitude throughout the county and to determine the potential impacts
of these hazards on residents, property, and the environment.The information contained
herein identifies capabilities essential to disaster response, for determining the probable
effectiveness of allocating resources in emergency situations, and for encouraging the
cooperation of various political subdivisions and emergency services in formulating
regulations, plans, and programs to prepare for disasters and minimize loss of life, human
suffering, and damage to public and private property. In addition, a thorough hazard
analysis provides a foundation for educating government officials and the public on
dangers posed by various hazards.
This Hazard Analysis provides a basis for activities proposed during the county's planning
efforts and should be used by local officials to plan and prioritize resource allocations.
3.1 IDENTIFYING HAZARDS
Cape Girardeau County lies in the foothills of the Ozarks in Southeast Missouri. Terrain
varies from flat alluvial bottom land along the Mississippi River to steeper forested
areas in the western part of the County. In between the extremes, the land is mostly
gently rolling in nature.
Because the County is located in the middle section of the United States, it is prone to
several kinds of natural hazards. The county has a continental climate, meaning that the
weather is changeable and has large variations in temperature and precipitation.
Warm and cool air masses often collide along sharply divided fronts, accompanied by
violent thunderstorms having intense rains, strong winds, hail, lightning, and occasional
tornadoes.These frontal storm systems can pass across the state at any time of the year,
but are most frequent during the spring months (March, April, and May). There are two
main factors that help determine the county's weather: (1) the county is subject to
weather extremes, and (2) extreme weather changes can occur rather quickly.
Most of the natural disasters that occur in the county result from a weather extreme or
an extreme weather change. Because the county is situated in the center of the United
States it is subject to many different influences that determine weather patterns.
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According to Dr. Grant Darkow of the Department of Atmospheric Science at the
University of Missouri-Columbia, in his piece Missouri Weather Patterns and Their Impact
on Agriculture, published by the University Extension, reproduced here from the 2007
Missouri State Hazard Mitigation Plan, specific recognizable weather patterns are
responsible for the state, and more specifically the county's weather, especially those
that "tend to produce extremes in precipitation, resulting in unusually wet or drought
conditions, and extremes in temperature, either abnormally warm or cold."
Darkow explains:
The character of air over Missouri on any particular day or series of
days is dominated by the source regions from which it comes.
Missouri's mid-continental location makes it subject to air flows
from a variety of source regions with markedly different properties.
The county is close enough to the Gulf of Mexico that warm air with
high humidity can flow into the county from a southerly direction
at almost any time of the year. This warm, moist air is the principal
source of spring, summer, and fall precipitation and, occasionally,
precipitation in winter as well.
In contrast, air arriving over Missouri from semi-arid to arid regions
to the southwest is warm or hot and usually dry. Air that has
moved from west to east over the Rocky Mountains arrives warm
and dry, having lost most of its low-level moisture as it climbed the
west side of the mountains.
Abnormally cold air in the winter and cold summer air with only
very small moisture content arrives over Missouri from the
northwest or north, whereas air entering Missouri from the
northeast will tend to be cool and moist (see Exhibit No. 3.1-B).
Exhibit 3.1-B:Source Regions&Atmospheric Characteristics for Air Arriving in
Missouri
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Normally,the flow from one of the principal source regions will last
for two or three days before switching to a different direction and
source region. These transitions typically are accompanied by a
frontal passage during which the change in wind direction,
temperature, and moisture content, or any combination, is
concentrated.
In some instances, however, a particular flow pattern may be very
persistent or dominant for a period of weeks or even months.
These periods can lead to wet, dry, hot, or cold spells, and the
extremes associated with these periods. These periods are
characterized by particular upper air flow patterns and associated
surface weather patterns (see Exhibits 3.1-C, D, E, F, G, & H).
The persistence of these weather patterns and the possible
resulting condition is the subject of several of the natural disasters
discussed in this study. Specifically, floods, droughts, fires, heat
waves, severe cold, and winter storms can be the result of the
persistence of one of these weather patterns, whereas tornadoes
can represent the outgrowth of rapid shifts in weather patterns.
Knowing these patterns may assist in alerting disaster planners and
the general public to the possibility of a developing emergency
situation.
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Cape Girardeau County's climate is typical for Southeast Missouri. Generally, the
County has hot humid summers and mild to cold winters. Mean temperature in the
County is 57.2° Fahrenheit. July is normally the hottest month, with a mean
temperature of 75.7°,while January is usually the coldest,with a mean temperature of
32.4°. Freezing temperatures normally occur on 80 to 100 days of the year. The period
of highest rainfall in Cape Girardeau County normally occurs in the fall, winter and
spring. Mean rainfall is 46.54 inches per year. Snowfall may range from 13 to 14 inches
in an average year.
The County has been divided into six physiographic divisions for purposes of this report.
The Cape Hills, or River Hills, contains the most rugged terrain in the County, along with
the most extensive area of timber. The Central Rolling Hills extend through the west-
central part of the County before ending abruptly at the northern edge of the southern
lowlands. The Western Hills are a smaller area of rugged terrain west of the Whitewater
River and extending into Bollinger County. Extending across the southern part of the
County are the Advance Lowlands, which are broken by Hickory Ridge. The final division
is the Mississippi River Bottoms along the eastern border of Cape Girardeau County.
Soils in the County are divided into roughly seven associations. The Menfro-Winfield
Association covers an extensive area of the County. These soils are developed in loess
and, therefore, are subject to severe erosion and gullying if not managed correctly. The
soils are usually found in cultivated fields on gently to strongly sloping uplands and
pastures on steeper side slopes. Menfro soils are deep and well drained, occurring on
ridgetops and side slopes, where slopes range from 2% to 30%. These soils have a silt-
loam topsoil overlying a moderately permeable, silty-clay-loam subsoil. Winfield soils are
also found on ridgetops and side slopes, with slopes generally varying from 2% to 20%.
They are deep but only moderately well drained. Winfield soils have a silt-loam topsoil
overlying a moderately permeable, silty-clay-loam subsoil.
The second soil association present is the Union-Goss-Gasconade-Crider Association. It
occupies a small area in the western most part of the County. These soils occur in small
areas of pasture and cultivated land on gently to moderately sloping ridgetops and
forested, long, moderate to very steep side slopes. The soils have been formed in cherty
limestone residual material. The Union and Crider soils also have a thin mantle of loess
present. Union soils have a fragipan layer but are moderately well drained.The soil has a
silt-loam topsoil grading downward into a moderately permeable subsoil overlying a
massive fragipan. They occur on slopes of 3% to 20%. The Goss soils are deep, well
drained, and occur on steep upland slopes to 2% to 45%. Topsoil is a cherty, silt-loam
overlying a moderately permeable, very cherty, silty-clay subsoil. The Gasconade soils
occur on steep upland slopes and are shallow and somewhat excessively drained. They
have a flaggy, clay-loam topsoil overlying a flaggy, clay subsoil that has moderately slow
permeability. The soils occur on slopes of 2%to 50% but are more common on slopes of
30%to 50%. Crider soils have a silt-loam topsoil overlying a moderately permeable, silty-
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clay-loam subsoil. They are deep,well drained upland soils that occur in some areas with
karst (sinkhole) topography. They occur on slopes of nearly flat to 20%.
The third soil association present in Cape Girardeau County is the Hartville-Ashton-
Cedargap-Nolin Association. This association occurs in the bottom lands along the
Whitewater, Little Whitewater, and Castor River Diversion Channel. The bottoms include
nearly level to moderately sloping terraces. These are primarily used for pasture, hay
growing, and cultivated crops. These soils have formed in loamy alluvial deposits. The
Hartville soils are deep, somewhat poorly drained, and found on nearly level to gently
sloping terraces or second bottoms. The soils have a silt-loam topsoil overlying a
moderately permeable, silt-loam subsoil. Ashton soils occur on slopes ranging up to 6%
and have a high available water capacity. They have a silt-loam topsoil overlying a
moderately permeable, silt-loam subsoil. The Cedargap soils are deep soils found on
floodplains and are well drained to somewhat excessively drained. The soil has a cherty
silt-loam topsoil overlying a cherty silt-loam subsoil. Nolin soils are deep, well drained
soils occurring on low, nearly level (0% to 4% slopes) floodplains. They have a silt-loam
topsoil overlying a moderately permeable, silt-loam subsoil.
A fourth soil association present in Cape Girardeau County is the Calhoun-Convent-Falaya
Association. This association is found in the bottom lands in southern Cape Girardeau
County. These are broad,nearly level cultivated fields with a few pastures. It also includes
some small areas of forest in low places that flood frequently. Calhoun soils are deep,
poorly drained, and occur on slopes of less than 1%. These soils have a silt-loam topsoil
overlying a slowly permeable, silty-clay-loam subsoil. The Convent soils are deep,
somewhat poorly drained, occurring on slopes of up to 3%. They consist of a silt-loam
topsoil overlying a moderately permeable subsoil of very fine sandy-loam and silt-loam
layers. Soils of the Falaya association are deep and somewhat poorly drained. They occur
on slopes of 2% or less and are subject to flooding if not protected by levees. Topsoil is
silt-loam overlying a silt-loam subsoil.
The fifth soil association present is the Sharkey Association. It occurs in a very small area
in the extreme southern part of Cape Girardeau County. The area is very low, containing
broad, nearly level to slightly depressed cultivated fields. It also encompasses scattered,
small areas of cypress and other water-tolerant vegetation bordering swamps and
drainage lines. Sharkey soils have formed in clayey alluvial sediments deposited in slack
water areas. Sharkey's profile is that of a clayey topsoil overlying a slow to very slowly
permeable clay subsoil. The soils are deep, poorly drained on slopes that are generally
2% or less.
The Memphis-Loring Association is the sixth soil association present in the County. It is
found only in the Arbor Ridge area in southwestern Cape Girardeau County. This area
includes broad, cultivated fields, pastures and orchards on gently sloping areas. These
are upland soils that have formed in loess. The Memphis soils are deep and well drained.
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They occur on uplands and stream terraces. Topsoil is silt-loam, overlying a moderately
permeable silty-clay-loam subsoil. Slopes are generally 20% or less, although they can be
up to 40%. Loring soils are also upland soils, moderately well drained. They have a silt-
loam topsoil and a moderately permeable silt-loam subsoil. The subsoil overlies a
massive, compact, brittle fragipan.
The seventh soil association in Cape Girardeau County is the Caruthersville-Commerce-
Hayti Association. It occurs only in a small area of the Mississippi Bottoms in eastern Cape
Girardeau County. The area is dominated by nearly level, loamy cultivated fields. The
soils have formed in loamy alluvial sediments. The Caruthersville soils are deep,
moderately well drained, and occur on higher elevations bordering the river channel.
Topsoil is a very fine sandy-loam overlying a moderately permeable,very find sandy-loam
and silt-loam subsoil. Commerce soils are deep, somewhat poorly drained, on slopes of
2%or less. A silt-loam or silty-clay-loam topsoil overlies a moderately to slowly permeable
silt-loam or silty-clay-loam subsoil. Hayti soils occur in depressions in floodplains. They
are deep and poorly drained. Topsoil is very dark, silty-clay-loam and the subsoil is a
slowly permeable, silty-clay loam.
Cape Girardeau County has six major rock types underlying the County. A combination of
limestone and shale underlies nearly the eastern third of the County. The central part of
the County is underlain by a combination of limestone, dolomite and some shale.
Sandstone underlies a narrow strip in the County, running diagonally from the northwest
corner of the County to the south-central area at the northern edge of the bottom lands.
The western edge of the County is underlain by a combination of dolomite with some
limestone, sandstone and shale. The southern portion of the County is underlain by
alluvium, a combination of gravel, sand, silt, and clay. Within this area is a small island
composed of clays and sandstone.
Natural Hazards
Natural hazards can be complex, occurring with a wide range of intensities. Some events
are instantaneous and offer no window of warning, such as earthquakes. Some offer a
short window in which to alert the public to take actions, such as tornadoes or severe
thunderstorms. Others occur less frequently and are typically more expansive, with some
warning time to allow the public time to prepare, such as flooding.
The following natural hazards were determined by the HMPC to threaten the county
based on historical records and local knowledge:
• Dam & Levee Failures
• Drought
• Earthquakes
• Extreme Cold
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• Extreme Heat
• Flash & Riverine Flooding
• Sinkholes
• Severe Winter Weather(Snow, Ice)
• Tornadoes and Thunderstorms (Downbursts, Lightning, Hail, Heavy Rains, and
Wind)
• Wild Fires
The following hazards were excluded by the HMPC due to no record of the disaster having
occurred in the county:
• Avalanche (not a mountainous area)
• Hurricane (not a coastal area)
• Landslide (no historical basis)
• Tidal Wave (not a coastal area)
• Volcanic Activity (no historical basis)
Below is a list of Public Assistance Declared Disasters involving the county dating back to
1998:
2009 06/19 Severe Storms,Tornadoes, Flooding
2009 02/17 Severe Winter Storms
2008 11/13 Severe Storms,Tornadoes, Flooding
2008 06/25 Severe Storms and Flooding
2008 03/17 Severe Storms and Flooding
2008 03/12 Severe Winter Storms and Flooding
2003 05/06 Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Flooding
Below is a list of Individual Assistance Declared Disasters involving the county dating back
to 1998:
2003 05/06 Severe Storms,Tornadoes, Flooding
2002 05/06 Severe Storms and Tornadoes
Below is a list of Emergency Declarations involving the county dating back to 2005:
2016 01/02 Severe Storms,Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding
201102/03 Severe Winter Storm
2009 01/30 Severe Winter Storm
2007 12/12 Severe Winter Storms
2005 09/10 Hurricane Katrina Evacuation
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3.2 PROFILING HAZARDS
This Hazard Analysis assesses various risks facing the county and its communities in order
to evaluate and rank them. This process is then used to characterize hazards for
emergency planning. It estimates the probability of occurrence and the severity of
consequences for each hazard and provides a method of comparison. The evaluation
involves many interrelated variables (toxicity, demographics, topography, etc.), and
should be used by local officials in planning and prioritizing allocation of resources.
A careful examination of hazard event profiles serves to define historic hazard trends and
provides a reference point for understanding the potential impacts from future predicted
events. Reviewing historic data assists in evaluating hazard event profiles, which focus on
answering the following questions: How often might a particular disaster occur? Where
are we most likely to be affected? and, How bad can it get?
Natural Hazard Identification/Elimination Process
Various sources were researched concerning data related to the natural disasters in Cape
Girardeau County. The Center for Earthquake Information, the U. S. Geological Survey,
the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,the National Climate Data Center,
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams, the Missouri Department of
Natural Resources, and FEMA and SEMA. Other sources included newspaper accounts,
historical records and local residents.
Natural hazards identified from these sources were researched as to repetitiveness,
severity, and likelihood of re-occurrence. Some hazards identified are area wide
occurrences and not confined to one county or city.
Community-Wide Hazard Profile and List of Hazards Identified
Past history indicates that the county could be affected by tornadoes/thunderstorms,
flash flooding, extreme heat and cold, drought, severe winter storms, wildfires, dam
failures, sinkholes, and earthquakes.
The disaster that has caused the greatest damage and loss of life in the past has been
flooding on the Mississippi River. This primarily affects the City of Cape Girardeau,
Dutchtown,Whitewater,Allenville and other rural areas of the County. Flash flooding has
caused damage in the County and in the Cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson.
Extreme heat is common, but has resulted in no reported deaths nor injuries. Severe
winter weather has regularly affected the County,though also having caused no reported
direct injuries or deaths. There have been no known dam failures in the County. Drought
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is a hazard that occurs over a large area, and the statistics reported on it reflect numerous
counties or perhaps the entire state. There have been no significant wildfires in the
County in recent memory. Small brush fires are handled by the local fire departments
and are brought under quick control.
No record of a damaging earthquake in the County can be found in the records, other
than the New Madrid Earthquake of 1811-1812. Due to the wide area that would be
affected and the potential severity of a major earthquake, it has the potential to be the
most devastating natural hazard.
Given the county's karst topography in certain areas (mainly in and immediately near the
City of Cape Girardeau) sink holes are a common occurrence; however, in recent years
the City of Cape Girardeau has taken steps to identify and protect sink holes throughout
the karst region of the city.
Hazards are profiled below alphabetically.
3.2.1 Dam & Levee Failure
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Dam Failure
Dam building peaked in the 30 years following World War II. In that time frame,over one-
half of the 80,000 plus dams in the United States were built. A dam, according to the
Federal Guidelines for Dam Safety is, "Any artificial barrier, including appurtenant works,
which impounds or diverts water, and which (1) is 25 feet or more in height from the
natural bed of the stream or watercourse measured at the downstream toe of the barrier
or from the lowest elevation of the outside limit of the barrier if it is not across a stream
channel or watercourse, to the maximum water storage elevation or (2) has an
impounding capacity at maximum water storage elevation of 50 acre-feet or more.These
guidelines do not apply to any such barrier which is not in excess of 6 feet in height,
regardless of storage capacity, or which has storage capacity at maximum water storage
elevation not in excess of 15 acre-feet regardless of height. This lower size limitation
should be waived if there is potentially significant downstream hazard."
The Missouri Department of Natural Resources regulates the design, construction and
maintenance of non-federal, non-agricultural dams that are at least 35 feet in height.
Dam owners have the responsibility for the safe design, operation and maintenance of
their dams.They are responsible for having an emergency plan and coordinating the plan
with local officials. The danger from dams arises when they fail and send a sudden rush
of water, mud and debris down a valley, flooding the areas and destroying lives and
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property. Exhibit 3.2.1-A shows a listing of DNR regulated dams in the county, while
Exhibit 3.2.1-B shows the location of these dams.
Exhibit No. 3.2.1-C National Inventory of Dams-Cape Girardeau County shows all dams in
the county that are listed on the National Inventory of Dams (NID). The NID consists of
dams meeting at least one of the following criteria:
• High hazard classification— loss of one human life is likely if the dam fails;
• Significant hazard classification—possible loss of human life and likely significant
property or environmental destruction;
• Equal to or exceeds 25 feet in height and exceeds 15 acre-feet in storage; or
Equal to or exceeds 50 acre-feet in storage and exceeds 6 feet in height.
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EXHIBIT 3.2.1-A DNR Cape Girardeau County Dam Report
Missouri
Department of Missouri Dam Report b Count Regulated
f Natural Resources Y y Agriculture Exempt
CAPE GIRARDEAU
Year Height Length. Drainage Lake Area Hazard Permit
ID Number Ocation Complete t5) Ll Area{acre) Lasmi Class Number
M030211 S11 T32N R13E 1971 49.00 730.00 345.00 40.00 2 R-172
BROWN LAKE DAM
M031223 517 T31N R14E 1971 31 00 Unknown 100.00 7.00 1
CEDAR LAKE DAM
M030006 S23 T32N R11E 1948 23.00 Unknown 1,100.00 33.00 3
CEDAR LAKE DAM
P4031235 S34 T31N R11E 1972 30.00 Unknown 395.00 6.00 3
'
M040109 S14 731N R13E 20020 58.00 900.00 2,080.00 157 00 1 5-098
DELBERT LEE COBB
M050444 1997 25 00 450.00 0.00 1000
DELBERT LEE COBB DAM
M050607 1994 22.00 488 00 100 800
EVANS LAKE DAM EAST
M031723 S24 130N R12E 1970 25.00 Unknown 40.00 500 3
EVANS LAKE DAM WEST
M031722 S23 T3ON R12E 1970 30 00 Unknown 60.00 3.00 3
FRANKE LAKEfTOO SMALL)
M031182 S30 132N R13E 1982 23.00 Unknown 25.00 3.00 3
GARMS LAKE DAM
M031218 S15 T31N R13E 1986 32.00 Unknown 22.00 6.00 1
JERRY DAVIS
M050653 1996 29.00 530.00 0.00 500
JUDEN
M040002 S14 T3ON R13E 1982 10 00 Unknown 145.00 19.00 3
M040006 515 1-32N R14E 1961 46.00 674.00 75.00 19.00 1 R-297
M030066 S09 T3ON R11 E 1964 39 00 1 450.00 1,980 00 147 00 2 R-292
M040050 S15 T31N R13E 1964A 43.00 780,00 186,00 27.00 1 R-400
LAKE TANGLEWOOD NORTH DAM
M031225 S17 731N R14E 1970 22.00 Unknown 48.00 3,00 1
LAKE TANGLEWOOD SOUTH DAM
M031224 S17 T31N RUE 1970 31.00 Unknown 60.00 3.00 1
M030214 507 732N R14E 1973 72.00 1,00(1.00 80.00 8.00 2 R-106
LITTLE BEAR LAKE DAM
1%.4030533 S24 731N R13E 1963 32,00 Unknown 75.00 7 00 1
LITTLE PONDEROSA LAKE(TOO SMALL)
M031222 527 731N R13E 1955 22.00 Unknown 80 00 5.00 3
MONONAME 750
01030882 507 733N P.12E 1964 15.00 Unknown 130.00 500 3
MONONAME 786
M030957 S18 131N R13E 1970 18.00 Unknown 60 00 4 00 3
MONONAME 804
M030968 512 T3ON R12E 1958 12.00 Unknown 43.00 20.00 3
MONONAME 805
P4030969 501 T3ON R12E 1960 15 00 Unknown 30 00 10.00 3
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Missouri
Department of Missouri Dam byCountyReport Regulated
Natural Resources PAgriculture Exempt
CAPE GRARDEAU
Year Height Jenoth Dra(naae Lake Area Hazard Permit
ID Number Location Complete (rq L! Area(acrel isgmt Class Number
MONONAME 821
M030975 508 733N R11E 1968 10.00 Unknown 610.00 10,00 3
NORTH HILLS ESTATE SURBD LAKE DAM
MO30950 SO2 131N R13E 1971 25.00 Unknown 130.00 9 CO 2
NORTH TWIN LAKES DAM
M031216 S34 T31N R13E 1970 27.00 Unknown '70.00 400 1
PEMBERTON LAKE DAM-SEC 22
M030973 S22 T30N R128 1971 30,00 Unknown 50.00 5.00 2
PEMBERTON LAKE DAM-US SURVEY 2283
M030208 S23 T30N R12E 1970 25.00 Unknown 50.00 6,00 3
SPRING LAKE DAM
M031180 S30 T32N R13E 1970 23.00 Unknown 70.00 7.00 1
STALLINGS BROS DAM
M030213 S19 T33N R12E 1967 30.00 Unknown 185.00 16,00 2
SUMMARY
Regulated Dams 6 Total: 8,265.00 617.00
Total Dame:32 Average, 26.81 258,28 19.28
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EXHIBIT 3.2.1-B DNR Cape Girardeau County Dam Map
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Exhibit 3.2.1-C National Inventory of Dams-Cape Girardeau County
Hazard Distance Enforce-
Other Dam Potential Inspection To City ment
Dam Name Name NIDID * Date River Nearest City* (Mi.)* County Authority
LAKE , .
TANGLEWOOD TR-JUDEN CAPE CAPE
NORTH DAM - MO31225, High 10/28/1980 CREEK GIRARDEAU - GIRARDEAU N
NORTH HILLS
NORTH HILLS ESTATE
ESTATE SURBD SUBDIVISION TR-CAPE LA CAPE CAPE
LAKE DAM LAKE M030950 High - CROIX CREEK GIRARDEAU 5 GIRARDEAU N
LAKE ' I. TRIBUTARY
HOLLENBECK „, ,, .; TO CAPE CAPE CAPE
DAM - MO40050 High 6/14/2012 LACROIX CR. GIRARDEAU - GIRARDEAU Y
LAKE BOUTIN TR-FLORA NEELYS CAPE
DAM - M040008 High 9/15/2006 CREEK LANDING 3 GIRARDEAU Y
CITY OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU CAPE
DAM MO40109 High .26/14/201'2 - - - GIRARDEAU Y
NORTH TWIN TR-RAMSEY CAPE CAPE
LAKES DAM - M031216 High 10/30/1980 BRANCH GIRARDEAU - GIRARDEAU N
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PEMBERTON ' ”,' HEADWATER
LAKE DAM-SEC ,: ''''2''A DIVERSION CAPE
22 - 'MO30973 High -‘3,44,' "CHANNL DUTCHTOWN - GIRARDEAU N
LAKE
TANGLEWOOD TR-JUDEN CAPE CAPE
SOUTH DAM - M031224 High 10/28/1980 CREEK GIRARDEAU - GIRARDEAU N
LITTLE BEAR ..w." • ,;« TR-CAPE LA CAPE CAPE
LAKE DAM MO30533 High ,x10/28/1980 CROIX
GIRARDEAU 1 GIRARDEAU N
BROWN LAKE TR-JUDEN CAPE CAPE
DAM - M031223 High 10/28/1980 CREEK GIRARDEAU - GIRARDEAU N
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GARMS LAKE TR-CAPE LA CAPE CAPE
DAM - M031218 High 10/30/1980 CROIX GIRAREDAU - GIRARDEAU N
SPRING LAKE TR-HUBBLE CAPE
DAM - MO31180 High 12/2/1980 CREEK JACKSON 2 GIRARDEAU N
LAKE
GIRARDEAU TR-CROOKED CAPE
DAM - M030066 High 4/19/2012 CREEK DONGOLA 15 GIRARDEAU Y
TR-INDIAN CAPE CAPE
LIPPS LAKE DAM - M030214 High 3/29/2011 CREEK GIRARDEAU 9 GIRARDEAU Y
STALLINGS BROS HUGHES NEELYS CAPE
DAM - MO30213 High - CREEK LANDING 26 GIRARDEAU N
BELLA VISTA TR INDIAN CAPE
DAM - MO30211 High 1/4/2011 CREEK WARE ILL 10 GIRARDEAU Y
TR RAMSEY CAPE CAPE
JUDEN - M040002 Low - BRANCH GIRADEAU - GIRARDEAU N
TR-
HEADWATER
EVANS LAKE DIVERSION CAPE
DAM EAST - MO31723 Low - CHNL DUTCHTOWN - GIRARDEAU N
DELBERT LEE TR-WHITE CAPE
COBB DAM - MO50607 Low - WATER RIVER BURFORDVILLE 2.3 GIRARDEAU N
MONONAME TR HUBBLE CAPE
805 - M030969 Low - CREEK DUTCHTOWN - GIRARDEAU N
MONONAME TR APPLE CAPE
821 - M030975 Low - RIVER HINDERLAND - GIRARDEAU N
TR WILLIAMS
MONONAME CREEK CAPE
804(DRY) - MO30968 Low - OFFSTREAM DUTCHTOWN - GIRARDEAU N
LITTLE
PONDEROSA TR-CAPE
LAKE(TOO LACROIX CAPE CAPE
SMALL) - M031222 Low 3/27/1981 CREEK GIRARDEAU - GIRARDEAU N
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TR-
CEDAR LAKE WHITEWATER CAPE
DAM - M031235 Low - RIVER WHITEWATER 9 GIRARDEAU N
TR-
HEADWATER
EVANS LAKE DIVERSION CAPE
DAM WEST - MO31722 Low - CHNL DUTCHTOWN - GIRARDEAU N
TR
CEDAR LAKE WHITEWATER CAPE
DAM CEDAR LAKE M030006 Low - RIVER BURFORDVILLE 5 GIRARDEAU N
R
PEMBERTON
LAKE DAM-US TR-HUBBLE CAPE
SURVEY 2283 - MO30208 Low - CREEK DUTCHTOWN 2 GIRARDEAU N
TR-SISUN CAPE
JERRY DAVIS - M050663 Low - CREEK MISSIPPI RIVER 10 GIRARDEAU N
TR-
DELBERT LEE WHITEWATER CAPE
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Levee Failure
Levees are earth embankments constructed along rivers and coastlines to protect
adjacent lands from flooding. Floodwalls are concrete structures, often components of
levee systems, designed for urban areas where there is insufficient room for earthen
levees.When levees and floodwalls and their appurtenant structures are stressed beyond
their capabilities to withstand floods, levee failure can result in loss of life and injuries as
well as damages to property, the environment, and the economy. For purposes of this
discussion, levee failure will refer to both overtopping and breach of a levee.
Currently, there is no single comprehensive inventory of levee systems in the State of
Missouri. Levees have been constructed across the State by public entities and private
entities with varying levels of protection, inspection oversight and maintenance.The lack
of a comprehensive levee inventory is not unique to the State of Missouri. It was brought
to the national forefront after Hurricane Katrina as a result of the many levee failures
caused by the hurricane floodwaters. The ensuing loss of life and damage to property
highlighted the need for a program responsible for levee oversight.
There are three major levees in the county: the Flood wall in downtown Cape Girardeau,
the Red Star District Levee that protects the Red Star Neighborhood just north of
downtown Cape Girardeau,and the Little River Drainage District located on the south side
of the Diversion Channel.
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
Dam Failure
There have been no recorded dam failures in the county in the past 20 years.This equates
to a 0% chance of occurrence in any given year based on historical records. 0/20=0%
Levee Failure
There have been multiple levee failures in the county due to either structural failures or
overtopping. The Red Star District Levee has failed multiple times over the years during
times of extremely high river levels as in 1993, leading to millions of dollars of damage.
During the 1993 flood both the Flood Wall and Diversion Channel Levee came within only
a few feet of being topped, and more recently in the winter of 2015 both were nearly
topped again.
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There have been approximately 2 levee failures in the county in the past 20 years. This
equates to a 10% chance of occurrence in any given year based on historical records.
2/20=10%
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3.2.2 Drought
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Drought is the result of insufficient rainfall over an extended period of time, resulting in
extensive damage to crops and loss in yield. Extended droughts can also result in serious
water supply problems for individuals and communities. Drought is a normal, recurring
climatic condition and is a temporary aberration, as opposed to aridity, which is a
permanent feature of climate. Current literature addresses three types of drought:
Meteorological drought—defined on the basis of the degree of
dryness, in comparison to some "normal" amount, along with the
duration of the dry period.
Agricultural drought—defined as a deficiency in soil moisture.
Hydrological drought—defined as the effects of periods of
precipitation shortfalls on surface and subsurface water supplies.
The Palmer Drought Severity Index(PDS!), Exhibit No. 3.2.2-A,which is published by NOAA
and the Department of Agriculture, is the most commonly used indicator of drought and
drought severity in the United States. Other indexes are also used to determine drought
and its effects. Some of these indices are listed below:
Percent of Normal - a simple calculation that is effective for comparing a single region or
season.
Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) - based on the probability of precipitation for any
time scale. It can provide early warning of a drought and help assess severity.
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EXHIBIT 3.2.2-A.
Palmer Drought Severity Index
-4 or less Extreme Drought
-4 to -3 Severe Drought
-3 to -2 Moderate Drought
-2 to -1 Mild Drought
-1 to -0.5 Incipient Dry Spell
0 Normal
-0.5 to 0.5 Near Normal
0.5 to 1 Incipient Wet Spell
1 to 2 Slightly Wet
2 to 3 Moderately Wet
3 to 4 Very Wet
4 or More Extremely Wet
Crop Moisture Index (CMI)—this index reflects moisture supply in a major crop-producing
region in the short term.
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
It can be assumed that the County suffered the effects of the drought of 1901. It would
have also felt the effects of the Dust Bowl years of the 1930's and early 1940's. In the
1950's, there were also a number of drought years, especially the years between 1953
and 1957. A general drought also occurred in the state in 1988, recording the century's
lowest annual precipitation for the state. Droughts also occurred in 2000, 2005,and 2007.
The National Climatic Data Center(NCDC) lists 25 drought occurrences in the county since
1995 (20 years). This equates to a 100% chance of occurrence in any given year based on
historical records. 25/20=100%
3.2.3 Earthquake
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
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An earthquake is a shaking of the earth's crust, which can be mild or violent depending
on the intensity of the quake. Some areas of the United States are more susceptible to
earthquakes than other areas. The New Madrid Seismic Zone, in which the county is
located, is one of the more active areas in the U. S. Depending on its intensity, an
earthquake can be felt in an area ranging from several hundred square miles to several
thousand square miles. If damage occurs, it may be limited to dishes falling from shelves
and breaking or it may topple major buildings, overpasses, bridges and other vital
structures.
The Richter Scale is used to measure the magnitude of an earthquake. The Modified
Mercalli Intensity Scale is used to describe earthquake effects. Both scales are shown
below.
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Richter Scale
M=1 to 3: Recorded on local seismographs, but generally not felt.
M=3 to 4: Often felt, no damage.
M=5: Felt widely, slight damage near epicenter.
M=6: Damage to poorly constructed building and other structures within ten
kilometers.
M=7: "Major" earthquake,causes serious damage up to one hundred kilometers.
M=8: "Great" earthquake, great destruction, loss of life over several hundred
kilometers
M=9: Rare great earthquake, major damage over a large region over one
thousand kilometers.
Modified Mercalli Scale
I. Not felt except by a very few under especially favorable circumstances.
II. Felt only by a few persons at rest, especially on upper floors of buildings.
Delicately suspended objects may swing.
III. Felt quite noticeably indoors, especially on upper floors of buildings, but many
people do not recognize it as an earthquake. Standing motor cars may rock
slightly. Vibration like passing of truck.
IV. During the day felt indoors by many, outdoors by few. At night some awakened.
Dishes, windows, doors disturbed; walls made cracking sound. Sensations like
heavy truck striking building. Standing motor cars rocked noticeably.
V. Felt by nearly everyone; many awakened. Some dishes, windows, etc., broken; a
few instances of cracked plaster; unstable objects overturned. Disturbance of
trees, poles and other tall objects sometimes noticed. Pendulum clocks may stop.
VI. Felt by all; many frightened and run outdoors. Some heavy furniture moved; a
few instances of fallen plaster or damaged chimneys. Damage slight.
VII. Everybody runs outdoors. Damage negligible in buildings of good design and
construction; slight to moderate in well-built ordinary structures; considerable in
poorly build or badly designed structures; some chimneys broken. Noticed by
persons driving motor cars.
VIII. Damage slight in specially designed structures; considerable in ordinary
substantial buildings with partial collapse; great in poorly built structures. Panel
walls thrown out of frame structures. Fall of chimneys, factory stacks, columns,
monuments, walls. Heavy furniture overturned. Sand and mud ejected in small
amounts. Changes in well water. Disturbed persons driving motor cars.
IX. Damage considerable in specially designed structures; well designed frame
structures thrown out of plumb; great in substantial buildings, with partial
collapse. Building shifted off foundations. Ground cracked conspicuously.
Underground pipes broken.
X. Some well-built wooden structures destroyed; most masonry and frame
structures destroyed with foundations; ground badly cracked. Rails bent.
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Landslides considerable from river banks and steep slopes. Shifted sand and mud.
Water splashed (slopped) over banks.
Xl. Few, if any masonry, structures remain standing. Bridges destroyed. Broad
fissures in ground. Underground pipe lines completely out of service. Earth
slumps and land slips in soft ground. Rails bent greatly.
XII. DAMAGE TOTAL. Waves seen on ground surfaces. Lines of sight and level
distorted. Objects thrown upward into the air.
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
Earthquakes from 1699 through 2010 throughout the multi-state region are presented
below (Exhibit No. 3.2.3-A). In recent years there have been earthquakes recorded in the
county ranging in magnitude from 1 to 3, but no known serious damage has resulted.
The New Madrid Seismic Zone (generally from Memphis, TN to Cape Girardeau, MO)
experiences more than 200 measurable earthquakes a year. Earthquakes of magnitude
2.5 to 3 on the Richter scale are felt annually, with a quake of 4 or more being released
every 18 months. An earthquake of 5.0 or greater on the Richter scale occurs about once
per decade. This magnitude quake can cause significant damage and be felt in several
states. A quake of 6.0 or greater has a 25%to 40% chance of occurring in a 50-year time
span. There is a 7% to 10% chance of an earthquake of the 7.5 magnitude of the New
Madrid earthquake occurring by 2050. This magnitude of earthquake would be felt in half
the United States and damage 20 states or more.
In the last 20 years, http://www.earthquaketrack.com reports 2 earthquakes of
magnitude 4.0 or greater near Cape Girardeau County. In the past 42 years,no earthquake
of 5.0 magnitude or higher has been reported within 150 miles. Based on this data, this
plan assumes a 10% chance of a 4.0 magnitude earthquake occurring in any given year.
2/20=10%
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3.2.4 Extreme Cold
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Extreme cold can be defined in a number of ways depending on location and criteria. The
CDC defines extreme cold as temperatures well below an area's average temperature,
making such a definition dependent on location and the interpretation of "well below."
At the same time, cold temperatures will affect humans, livestock, and infrastructure at
different thresholds and rates. However, in keeping with this plans primary goal of
protecting human lives the Planning Committee chose to use a definition of extreme cold
relating first and foremost to public health.
According to the National Weather Service exposure to temperatures at or below zero
degrees and sustained winds of 15 mph or greater will cause frostbite in 30 minutes or
less. As such, this plan defines extreme cold as temperatures at or below 0 degrees
Fahrenheit. Extreme cold can be expected to affect the county as a whole, though low
lying valleys and hollows are likely to experience somewhat more severe temperatures
and less severe wind speeds. For people not properly protected extreme cold can cause
frostbite, hypothermia, and death. Structures can also experience damage from extreme
cold caused by freezing pipes, freeze/thaw cycles, and soil heaving.
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
The National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) lists 8 cold/extreme cold occurrences in the
county since 1995 (20 years). This equates to a 40% chance of occurrence in any given
year based on historical records. 8/20=40%
3.2.5 Extreme Heat
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Extreme heat waves are unexpected killers. Most people do not realize the danger of
high temperatures combined with high humidity. The body cools itself by dissipating heat
by varying the rate and depth of blood circulation, by losing water through the skin and
sweat glands, and by panting as a last resort. Evaporation of the sweat cools the body
and helps it to deal with higher temperatures. However, high relative humidity retards
evaporation and thus robs the body of the ability to cool off. The Heat Index measures
the effects that high temperature, combined with high humidity, have on the ability of
the body to cool itself. The Heat Index is a measure of how hot it feels when high
temperature and humidity are combined.
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A high Heat Index can have serious consequences for the health of those who work or
play outside in it. It is also a serious health hazard to those living in houses or apartments
without air conditioning or fans. When the Heat Index is between 90°and 105°, a person
is susceptible to sunstroke, heat cramps, and heat exhaustion. A 105°to 130° Heat Index
rating can cause sunstroke, heat cramps and heat exhaustion along with possible heat
stroke. If the heat index is higher than 130°, then heat stroke is likely with prolonged
exposure. To reduce the risk of serious health problems during times of high Heat Index
readings, it is recommended that light, loose clothing and a large hat be worn outside.
Also, drink water frequently, avoid alcoholic beverages, and stay in the shade as much as
possible. Strenuous outdoor activity should be done in the early morning or late evening
hours when the Heat Index is expected to be lower.
Exhibit No. 3.2.5-A is a Heat Index chart illustrating the effect of the combination of heat
and humidity on how hot the temperature feels. It should be noted that the chart is based
on shady, light wind conditions. If exposure is to full sunlight,the Heat Index can increase
by 15°.
A new index has been developed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association
called the Mean Heat Index. The Mean Heat Index is an average of the Heat Index for the
coolest and hottest times of the day. It measures how hot the temperature feels to a
person over the course of an entire day. The Mean Heat Index is being used by NOAA to
issue heat wave warnings up to seven days in advance of the heat wave.
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EXHIBIT 3.2.5-A
Heat Index
Air Temperature(F)
RH(%) 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
30 67 73 78 84 90 96 104 113 123 135 148
35 67 73 79 85 91 98 107 118 130 143
40 68 74 79 86 93 101 110 123 137 151
45 68 74 80 87 95 104 115 129 143
50 69 75 81 88 96 107 120 135 150
55 69 75 81 89 98 110 126 142
60 70 76 82 90 100 114 132 149
65 70 76 83 91 102 119 138
70 70 77 85 93 106 124 144
75 70 77 86 95 109 130
80 71 78 86 97 113 136
85 71 78 87 99 117
90 71 79 88 102 122
95 71 79 89 105
100 72 80 91 108
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
In the past 20 years, there have been 41 extreme heat events in which Cape Girardeau
County was included. These events resulted in 5 deaths, 26 injuries and an unspecified
amount in crop damages.
The (NCDC) lists 41 heat/excessive heat occurrences in the county since 1995 (20 years).
This equates to a 100%chance of occurrence in any given year based on historical records.
41/20=100%
3.2.6 Flooding: Riverine & Flash
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Flooding results in the partial or complete inundation of normally dry land. Riverine
flooding occurs as the result of the overflow of rivers, streams, drains, and lakes due to
excessive rainfall, rapid snow or ice melt. There are several types of flooding, including
headwater, backwater, and interior drainage. Flash flooding is another type of flooding
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that can occur as a result of rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any
source. This type of flooding usually occurs on smaller rivers, creeks and streams as a
result of heavy rainfall. Flash floods can also occur when a dam is breached or
overtopped. Since flash floods can occur so quickly, they are usually more likely to cause
deaths than flooding on the Mississippi River.
Cape Girardeau County is also designated as "Effective FIS/FIRM" for the Risk MAP
project. Risk Mapping, Assessment, and Planning (Risk MAP) is the Federal Emergency
Management Agency(FEMA) Program that provides communities with flood information
and tools they can use to enhance their mitigation plans and take action to better protect
their citizens.
Through collaboration with State,Tribal, and local entities, Risk MAP delivers quality data
that increases public awareness and leads to action that reduces risk to life and property.
This data is not yet available for Cape Girardeau County,though work is underway. Exhibit
No. 3.2.6-A Risk MAP Status Map shows the status of all Missouri counties.
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Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
Records maintained by the NCDC list 119 flooding events in Cape Girardeau County in the
past 20 years. These include both flash flooding of small streams as well as flooding on
the Mississippi River. The river flooding ranges from events that barely reach flood stage
to major flooding in 1993, 1995 and 2002. This equates to a 100% chance of occurrence
in any given year based on historical records. 119/20=100%
Exhibit No. 3.2.6-B lists the 15 highest river crests as recorded on the Chester, Illinois,
river gauge. It is of interest that all of these crests have occurred since 1973, apparently
indicating a trend of the river crests increasing over the years.
EXHIBIT 3.2.6-B
Highest 15 Historic River Crests
Chester, Illinois, Mississippi River Gauge
CREST DATE
(IN FEET)
49.74 August 7, 1993
44.00 May 23, 1995
43.32 April 30, 1973
41.02 May 5, 1983
40.58 May 17, 2002
39.54 October 10, 1986
39.4 July 1, 2008
39.2 June 30, 2008
38.90 April 16, 1994
36.95 September 19, 2008
36.60 February 28, 1985
35.53 May 20, 1990
35.31 June 11, 2001
35.14 November 23, 1985
35.00 April 19,1998
Appendix B contains the Repetitive Loss Listing for Cape Girardeau County. The table
illustrates that the County has suffered 374 losses over the years. The majority of these
losses have been in the City of Cape Girardeau, which accounted for 84.5%, of the
County's losses. The City of Jackson accounted for 4% of the losses in the County. The
remaining 11.5% of the losses occurred in the rural areas of the County. Fifteen of the
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properties had flood insurance policies. Eleven of the losses in the out-county area have
been mitigated. The City of Cape Girardeau has mitigated 21 of the losses and the City of
Jackson has mitigated 13 of the properties.
3.2.7 Severe Winter Weather
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Severe winter weather includes heavy snow, sleet, and ice storms. In all likelihood, the
hazard would affect the entire County or a significant portion of it. Damages primarily
occur to suspended utility lines. If the weight of the snow and ice were heavy enough,
there could be problems with collapsed gutters and roofs. Hazardous road conditions
often occur resulting in accidents and, occasionally, the complete shutdown of major
transportation routes.
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
Some type of severe winter weather has occurred on an average of three times per year
in the past six years. The amount of economic loss and number of deaths and injuries are
difficult to estimate due to the fact that most of these events cover a number of counties,
and statistics gathered are for all of the damages resulting from the storm event.
The NCDC lists 34 winter weather occurrences (Heavy Snow, Winter Storm, Ice Storm) in
the county since 1995 (20 years). This equates to a 100% chance of occurrence in any
given year based on historical records. 34/20=100%
3.2.8 Sinkholes
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Land subsidence is the sinking of the earth's surface due to the movement of earth
materials below the surface. This sinking can be sudden or gradual and is generally
attributed to the removal of subsurface water or the draining of organic soils. In Cape
Girardeau County the rock below the surface is commonly limestone, which can be
naturally dissolved by circulating groundwater. As the rock dissolves, spaces and caverns
form, and ultimately the land above the spaces collapses. In the county, sinkhole
problems are usually a result of surface materials above openings into bedrock caves
eroding and collapsing into the cave opening.These collapses are called "cover collapses"
and geologic information can be applied to predict the general regions where collapse will
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occur. Sinkholes range in size from several square yards to hundreds of acres and may be
quite shallow or hundreds of feet deep.
Sinkhole formation is most intense where the bedrock is most soluble and has been
exposed to extended periods of weathering and where surficial materials are between 40
and 80 feet in thickness and are composed of relict bedrock structure residuum
containing clays with low dry densities. Bedrock faulting also contributes to deep
weathering, cave formation, and sinkhole formation.
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
Numerous sinkholes exist in the county's karst regions(areas with soluble bedrock).While
most of them are from natural causes, others are a result of human activities. Triggering
factors include activities that alter the natural hydrologic conditions,the collapse of storm
sewers or other abandoned and forgotten manmade voids, and subsurface mining.There
is no data available at this time to identify when a given sinkhole formed, making it
currently impossible to calculate a rate of occurrence. However, the existence of
sinkholes and the known karst regions of the county indicate there is a chance of a new
sinkhole forming.
3.2.9 Tornadoes & Severe Thunderstorms
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Tornadoes
Tornadoes are violently rotating cyclical currents of air spinning at speeds of 40 mph to
over 300 mph. Severe thunder/electrical storms can accompany tornadoes, along with
straight-line winds, downbursts, lightning, hail and heavy rain. A tornado can travel in
any direction, but most travel in a southwest to northeast path. The forward speed can
range from stationary to 70 mph, but usually averages 30 mph. Tornadoes can occur at
any time of the day,with the hours between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. being the most likely
times for them to strike. Any person or structure in the County can be damaged by a
tornado. The severity of the damage depends on several factors: a) the strength of the
tornado, b)the proximity of the tornado to the person or structure, c)the strength of the
structure, d) what kind of shelter the person can find. Damage can range from slight to
total.
Severe Thunderstorms
A thunderstorm is defined as a storm that contains lightning and thunder which is caused
by unstable atmospheric conditions.When the upper air which is cold sinks and the warm
moist air rises, storm clouds or "thunderheads" develop resulting in thunderstorms. This
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can occur singularly, in clusters or in lines. The National Weather Service defines a
thunderstorm as severe if it contains hail that is one inch or the wind gusts are at 58 mph
or higher. At any given moment across the world, there are about 1,800 thunderstorms
occurring. Severe thunderstorms most often occur in the county in the spring and
summer, during the afternoon and evenings, but can occur at any time.The entire county
is at risk to the damaging effects of Severe Thunderstorms.
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
Tornadoes
Statistics gathered since 1995 indicate that 20 tornadoes have touched down in Cape
Girardeau County. May is the month in which the most tornadoes have occurred, with
six recorded.Three tornadoes have occurred in January, March, and April,while February
had two recorded touchdowns, and June, October, and November had one each. Only
the months of July, August, and September have not recorded a tornado since 1995,
though additional historical records indicate a tornado can occur in any month.The latest
tornado recorded in the County occurred on October 31, 2013 in Dutchtown when an EF1
tornado did approximately $130,000 in damage. The most severe tornado since 1995
remains the May 6, 2003 event, when an F-3 tornado struck the City of Jackson doing
extensive damage. Homes, businesses and public buildings were damaged or destroyed,
including the police and fire stations. Two persons were injured and treated at a local
hospital. Damage estimates for this event totaled approximately$12,000,000.
The EF-scale classifies tornadoes according to the wind speed and severity of damage.
Wind speeds on the EF-scale are listed in the following table:
EXHIBIT NO. 3.2.9-A
Tornado Classes
MAGNITUDE WIND SPEED(MPH)
EF-0 65-85
EF-1 86-110
EF-2 111-135
EF-3 136-165
EF-4 166-200
EF-5 201+
Cape Girardeau County's tornadoes have ranged from EF-0 to EF-3 in strength. These
tornadoes have injured three persons and caused approximately$13,000,000 in property
damage.
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The NCDC lists 15 tornado occurrences in the county since 1995 (20 years). This equates
to a 75% chance of occurrence in any given year based on historical records. 15/20=75%
Thunderstorms
Thunderstorms have occurred practically every year in the county, mostly during the
spring and summer months, though they can occur at any time in the year. These
thunderstorms have ranged in duration from only a few minutes to hours long and in
severity from no damage to severe damage due to wind and lightning.
The NCDC lists 58 occurrences of high/strong winds and heavy rain in the county since
1995 (20 years). This equates to a 100% chance of occurrence in any given year based on
historical records. 58/20=100%
The NCDC list 84 occurrences of hail in the county since 1995 (20 years). This equates to
a 100% chance of occurrence in any given year based on historical records. 84/20=100%
The NCDC list 9 occurrences of lightning in the county since 1995 (20 years). This equates
to a 45% chance of occurrence in any given year based on historical records. 9/20=45%
3.2.10 Wildfire
Description of Hazard (Type of hazard, pathways/areas likely affected, type of damage,
etc.):
Wildfires can occur on any day of the year, in forests or grasslands. However,the majority
of the fires will occur in spring when the county has high winds and low humidity and rural
residents are beginning to prepare their gardens and clearing old leaves and limbs from
their yards. Many have no other way to dispose of these than to burn them. This can
lead to field and woodland fires if the burning trash is caught by the wind and blown into
dry fields or woods. Forested land covers 24% of the county.
Historical Statistics (Frequency, strength, # of lives lost, # of injuries, economic losses,
etc.):
According to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), There have been 379
wildfires recorded in the county from 2003 to 2015. Most of these wildfires are small and
quickly brought under control by local fire departments. If the fires were to be larger,
then local fire departments and the MDC would cooperate in extinguishing the fire.
Forested land covers 24% of Cape Girardeau County.
The MDC lists 379 wild fire occurrences in the county since 2003 (13 years).This equates
to a 100% chance of occurrence in any given year based on historical records.
379/13=100%
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3.3 ASSESSING VULNERABILITY AND ESTIMATING POTENTIAL
LOSSES
3.3.1 Assessing Vulnerability
According to FEMA's risk assessment guidance (FEMA 386-2), vulnerability is defined as
being open to damage. Risk is defined as the possibility of loss or injury. This section
details the vulnerability and risk that the County faces from natural disasters.
This vulnerability analysis used a variety of methods, including GIS mapping and analysis
of past historic losses. Potential losses were estimated by using two tools: GIS mapping
and local risk assessments.These methods are described in greater detail in Section 3.3.2
Estimating Potential Losses and followed by the results of the loss estimates for the each
of the three priority hazards.
3.3.1.1 County Policies and Development Trends
Cape Girardeau County is a First Class County. Voters of the County officially adopted
planning and zoning authority in November, 1972. The County developed and adopted a
Master Plan for Cape Girardeau County in 1977. Prior to the adoption of the Master Plan,
the County instituted land subdivision and mobile home park regulations to govern new
development in the County. The County continued to enforce these regulations until the
late 1990's when the County Commission felt it was necessary to develop zoning
regulations to further help guide development in the County. As a result of this effort, an
organized movement was begun by a citizens group to vote out the authority for planning
and zoning in the County. This move was successful, and the County has not had any type
of planning and zoning activity since that time.
The sole power that the County exercises with regard to controlling development is its
floodplain policy. Missouri State Statute 49.600 authorizes a county to adopt standards
to comply with the Federal Flood Insurance Program. Cape Girardeau County has
participated in the National Flood Insurance Program since April 15, 1988,when it entered
the regular program. The County requires that anyone intending to erect a structure
obtain a building permit from the County Assessor to ensure that the proposed structure
is not located in a floodplain. The adoption of the floodplain regulations has served to
prohibit residential construction in areas that would be subject to flooding by high water
on rivers or flash flooding by creeks in the County. Any subdivisions that are being
developed in the out-county area are either completely out of any floodplains or do not
encroach on any floodplain that lies within the development.
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At the present time, the County has no established regulations relating to hazard
mitigation other than its participation in the National Flood Insurance Program and the
issuing of building permits to deny construction in a floodplain. No other land use
regulations are in effect in the County.
The County does perform snow removal on the County roads when a severe winter storm
occurs. This keeps the roads open for the residents and also allows emergency vehicles
to respond to calls. The County expends a considerable amount of time and resources in
the effort to keep the County roads passable.
Currently, the County does not have any formal mechanism for planning; therefore, it
cannot incorporate risk assessment into the planning. Decisions are made in response to
the occurrence of a disaster. Following a disaster, there are discussions among the
County Commissioners, County officials, department heads and representatives of
various government agencies concerning steps that can be taken to lessen any such
impact in the future.
As stated above,the current criteria for mitigation normally are thought of after a disaster
strikes. It is then that consideration is given to the vulnerability of the County to the type
of disaster that just occurred, as well as other disasters. It must also be realized that
counties have a limited amount of dollars available to them and are continually under
pressure by various segments of the community to provide funds for numerous projects.
Hazard mitigation often comes in low on the radar of perceived need by the citizens of
the County until after a disaster occurs. It is at that point in time that they discover the
need for mitigation measures to potentially lessen the effects of another such disaster.
Prior to the implementation of this plan, the County had no formal mechanism for
prioritizing mitigation measures and allocating funding to accomplish that mitigation.
Most past mitigation efforts occurred as a reaction to a disaster and were the types of
mitigation allowed and encouraged by the federal agencies that funded them.
Presently, the County does not have a formal method of determining the cost-
effectiveness of mitigation measures undertaken as a result of a disaster. Since these
measures are carried out under the auspices of a federal agency, the County receives
guidance as to what can be done and the amount that can be spent on a case-by-case
basis.
The County will improve hazard mitigation measures with the adoption of this plan. The
purpose of this plan is to provide the County with suggested actions that can be taken to
mitigate each natural hazard and identify possible sources of funding to implement the
suggestions.
Options for future mitigation funding include obtaining funds from FEMA/SEMA as a
result of the occurrence of a natural disaster. This is the most common method of
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counties securing mitigation funding. It results in the implementation of mitigation
actions that are approved by the funding agency, such as a flood buyout program. Other
possibilities include grants and loans from the Community Development Block Grant
Program, USDA Rural Development, the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development, as well as other state and federal programs.
The County could attempt to enact a sales tax or bond issue to be used to fund mitigation
measures, but this would require a vote of the residents and could be a difficult measure
to get passed. Current tax collections in the County would not allow it to dedicate more
than a token amount to hazard mitigation projects. Tax increases are not popular, and
unless people can be convinced that the increase will benefit them directly, it is unlikely
to pass. Since most natural disasters affect a limited population, it is difficult to convince
a sufficient number of voters to get a tax measure passed.
Private or corporate funding for mitigation measures is relatively unlikely. A possible
exception might be if a mitigation measure that was needed by a corporation also
happened to benefit the County. Most private individuals and corporations look to the
state or federal government to fund major mitigation projects.
The County is an active participant in the NFIP.The county employs a floodplain manager,
who enforces the county's floodplain ordinance, which generally prohibits development
in a SFHA unless proper documentation of elevations is provided.The floodplain manager
also monitors all SFHA in the county for development activity as well as changes in the
floodplain.When needed,the county works to implement changes in floodplain maps and
documentation.
Development Trends
The county has seen population growth of over 10% between 2000 and 2019 and nearly
4% between 2019 and 2015. Development has occurred in multiple locations around the
county, some scattered as single home developments and some clustered in multi-
structure developments, mostly located near the cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson.
This development leads to an increased exposure to all area-wide hazards such as
tornadoes and winter weather, as additional lives and structures are now susceptible to
such hazards. Development in floodplains has been prohibited as part of the county's
participation in the NFIP. Additionally, no significant development has occurred near the
county's dams or levees. Exposure to wild fires is estimated to have remained effectively
unchanged as development has added new structures but reduced forest cover. Exposure
to sinkholes is estimated to have increased slightly due to new structures being
potentially built near future sinkholes, although due to the nature of sinkholes this
number is virtually impossible to accurately predict.
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3.3.1.2City Policies and Development Trends
The City of Cape Girardeau was selected by the Federal Emergency Management Agency
to become a "Project Impact: Disaster Resistant Community" in 1998. As part of that
process, the City received a demonstration grant to further expand the City's hazard
mitigation efforts. One of the first steps was to develop an All Hazard Mitigation Plan to
help the community to reduce or eliminate the need to respond to an emergency. The
City of Cape Girardeau also has an established Emergency Management Plan, designed to
minimize loss of human life and destruction of property by utilizing available manpower
and equipment during the emergency. The City of Cape Girardeau also has a parks and
stormwater tax, of which about 8%goes to stormwater abatement projects.
Both the Cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson have Emergency Operations Plans in effect.
The purpose of these plans is to save lives, minimize injuries, protect property, preserve
functioning civil government and maintain economic activities essential to their survival
and recovery from natural,technological and war-related disasters. These plans establish
the guidelines for conducting efficient, effective, coordinated emergency operations
involving the use of all resources belonging to these jurisdictions or available to them.
The remaining municipalities in Cape Girardeau County have no formal mitigation policies
in place. These communities face the same risks and hazards as those identified for the
County.
The Village of Allenville has participated in the National Flood Insurance Program since
April 17, 1998. The City of Cape Girardeau has participated in the National Flood
Insurance Program since November 5, 1980. The Village of Dutchtown has participated
since December 30, 1998. The City of Jackson has participated in the program since May
4, 1973. The Village of Whitewater has participated in the National Flood Insurance
Program since April 2, 1998. The City of Delta does not participate in the flood insurance
program, and sanctions were applied on December 6, 1975. The Villages of Gordonville,
Oak Ridge, Old Appleton, and Pocahontas have not been identified as having flood
hazards and therefore are not required to participate in the National Flood Insurance
Program.
The Cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson, and the Village of Pocahontas have adopted
comprehensive plans. Cape Girardeau and Jackson have also adopted subdivision and
zoning ordinances, along with building codes. These regulations require that new
structures in the Cities be constructed according to accepted building practices.
The City of Cape Girardeau and Jackson both have warning systems in place to alert the
public to impending natural disasters. Southeast Missouri State University, in the City of
Cape Girardeau, has seven warning sirens distributed throughout the campus. These are
used to alert students and faculty when tornadoes have been sighted in the area. Some
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adjoining neighborhoods in the City also are alerted by the sirens. Warning sirens can be
fairly effective for portions of a city, but with a limited number of sirens, there are areas
where it is difficult, if not impossible, to hear the sirens. The stronger the storm, the less
likely it is that residents will be able to hear the sirens.
The Cities of Cape Girardeau's and Jackson's Public Works Departments respond
immediately when a significant snowfall is forecast. City crews begin spreading salt and
cinders on the streets as soon as snow accumulates in order to encourage melting. As
the snow deepens, they plow the streets to keep them passable. These efforts continue
for the duration of the storm event.
Financing options for the local communities are primarily the same as those outlined for
the County. There are various grant and loan programs available from state and federal
agencies if the project falls within their definition of an eligible activity. The communities
can also attempt to pass bond issues or tax proposals to fund hazard mitigation measures.
However, these are just as difficult to get passed in the communities as in the County.
Private financing is no more likely to occur in a city than it is in a county. However, it could
be that, due to the smaller size of a city, the action of a major industry to protect its
workers, such as a tornado warning system, might benefit the entire town. As with the
County, most of the communities' residents will see major hazard mitigation projects as
the realm of state and federal government.
Both cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson are active participant in the NFIP. Both employ
floodplain managers who enforce their city's respective floodplain ordinances. As with
the county, these ordinances generally prohibit development in a SFHA unless proper
documentation of elevations is provided. The floodplain managers also monitor all SFHA
in their jurisdictions for development activity as well as changes in the floodplain. When
needed, the cities work to implement changes in floodplain maps and documentation.
Development Trends
Growth trends in the cities of Cape Girardeau and Jackson have been similar to the
County's,with the cities seeing a 7%and 15%growth in population, respectively between
2000 and 2019. During the period between 2010 and 2019 the City of Cape Girardeau
grew by 4%, while the City of Jackson grew at a rapid pace of more than 8%. As with the
county, this growth has led to an increase in exposure to all area-wide hazards. Jackson
has likely had an increase in exposure to sinkholes as some of the new development has
occurred in an area near existing sinkholes. For the city of Cape Girardeau, its areas with
known sinkholes have been developed for years; most new development now occurs in
areas away from existing sinkholes. As such, the city of Cape Girardeau's exposure to
sinkholes is unchanged.
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As with the County, both cities prohibit development in special flood hazard areas as part
of their participation in the NFIP program. However, additional development has led to
an increase in impermeable surfaces which will increase the volume of stormwater runoff
and expose additional persons to the effects of closed roads, etc. Also similar to the
county, both cities have had no additional development in estimated inundation areas
and wild fire exposure is estimated to be unchanged as well.
3.3.1.3 Demographic Information
Cape Girardeau County's population has been climbing steadily since 1900. During the
period 1900 through 2010,the County grew at an average of 19% per decade. Exhibit No.
3.3.1.3-A illustrates Cape Girardeau County's population trends over the past 110 years.
In 2019, 69.5% of the County's population was classified as urban, while remainder was
classified as rural. This represents a decline in the number of persons classified as urban
since 2000, when it was 67.5%.
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EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.3-A
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mile. Population statistics for the 10 incorporated communities in the County are
presented in the chart labeled Exhibit No. 3.3.1.3-B. A population density map for Cape
Girardeau County is presented in Exhibit No. 3.3.1.3-C.
According to the 2019 census, 5.5%of Cape Girardeau County's population over 25 years
old had less than a 9th grade education, while another 8.7% had attended high school but
had not graduated. High school graduates or GED recipients accounted for 33.9% of the
County's population, those attending college but not graduating accounted for 20.3%,
those with associates degrees represented 4.6%, Bachelor's degrees 17.7% and graduate
and professional degrees represented 9.2%.
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EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.3-B
Cape Girardeau County Population Statistics
Population
Geography
2019 2000 Change Change
Cape Girardeau
County 75,674 68,693 6,981 10.2%
Allenville 116 104 12 11.5%
Cape Girardeau, City
of 37,941 35,349 2,592 7.3%
Delta 438 517 -79 -15.3%
Gordonville 391 425 -34 -8.0%
Jackson 13,758 11,947 1,811 15.2%
Oak Ridge 243 202 41 20.3%
Old Appleton 85 82 3 3.7%
Pocahontas 114 127 -13 -10.2%
Whitewater 125 113 12 10.6%
Unincorporated 22,463 19,827 2,636 13.3%
Source:U.S.Census Bureau,Decennial Census
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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, American Communities Survey (ACS), the median family
income in Cape Girardeau County increased 13.3%, from $54,246 in 2009 (2009 inflation-
adjusted dollars)to$57,284 in 2014(2014 inflation-adjusted dollars).Average family income also
increased from $68,812 to $71,349, or 4%. Household income also increased between 2009 and
2014, with median household income increasing from $43,639 (2009 inflation-adjusted dollars)
to $45,849 (2014 inflation-adjusted dollars). Per capita income rose from $23,229 in 2009 to
$23,684 in 2014. In 2014, 17.3% of the County's population was determined to be living below
the poverty level.
According to the ACS, in 2014 there were 32,771 housing units in Cape Girardeau County. Of
these units, 29,672 were occupied, while 3,099 were vacant. Of those occupied, 19,175 were
occupied by the owner while 10,497 were rented. There were 391 units five years of age or less
and 12,003 units that were over 45 years of age. The median housing value was $138,000 in
2019, up 4%from the 2010 figure of$132,500.
Cape Girardeau County's age cohorts in relation to the state and nation are presented in Exhibit
Numbers. 3.3.1.3-D and E.
EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.3-D
Population Below Age 5
Geography 2019
%of
Pop 2000 Change Change
Cape Girardeau
County 6.2% 4,717 4,088 629 15.4%
Missouri 6.5% 390,237 369,898 20,339 5.5%
United States 6.5% 20,201,362 19,175,798 1,025,564 5.3%
Source:US Census Bureau,Decennial Census
EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.3-E
Population 65 Years and Over
Geography 2019
%of
Pop 2000 Change Change
Cape Girardeau
County 14.3% 10,834 9,460 1,374 12.7%
Missouri 14.0% 838,294 755,379 82,915 9.9%
United States 13.0% 40,267,984 34,991,753 5,276,231 13.1%
Source:US Census Bureau,Decennial Census
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3.3.1.4 Economy, Industry and Employment
Cape Girardeau County has a relatively strong economy fueled by manufacturing, retail, service
businesses, and agriculture, although the recession has hindered the economic growth of the
county and municipalities. During the 10-year period from 2005 to 2014, unemployment in the
county dropped from 8.0% to 6.2%. The economic strength of Cape Girardeau County is at least
in part the result of the long-term effort of local officials and developers to diversify the area
economy. Interstate 55, which bisects the County from north to south, has contributed greatly
to the County's healthy economy, as has the presence of a major university and a growing health
care industry. A list of the county's largest employers is included in Exhibit No. 3.3.1.4-A.
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EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.4-A
2021 Major Employers
Company Industry Employees
Saint Francis Medical Center Hospital 2,817
SoutheastHEALTH Hospital 2,430
Procter& Gamble Manufacturing 1,200
Southeast Missouri State University University 1,107
Robinson Construction Construction 475
Isle Casino Cape Girardeau Gaming 450
Mondi Jackson Manufacturing 428
Delta Companies Manufacturing 425
Wal-Mart Supercenter Retail 400
VIP Industries Service 360
Drury Hotels Service 329
Havco Wood Products Manufacturing 315
AT&T Missouri Service 310
The Lutheran Home Retirement Facility 300
Rhodes 101 Convenience Service 250
Excel, Inc. Warehousing 200
Buzzi Unicem USA Manufacturing 180
BioKyowa, Inc. Manufacturing 178
American Rail Car Manufacturing 175
Wahlco, D.W. Tool Manufacturing 175
Rust Communications Media 170
Schaefer's Electrical Enclosurers Manufacturing 165
Missouri Veteran's Home Health Care 164
JCPenny Company Retail 155
Drury Southwest Real-Estate Developers 153
Rubbermaid Manufacturing 150
MidAmerica Hotels Service 140
RapcoHorizon Manufacturing 137
Life Care Center of Cape Nursing Home 110
Source.Cape Area Magnet
Exhibit No. 3.3.1.4-B provides a comparison of retail activity in Cape Girardeau County during the
5-year period from 2007 to 2012. During the period, the number of retail firms in Cape Girardeau
County declined from 455 in 2007 to 415 in 2012, while the number of employees also declined
from 6,137 to 5,855. However, sales and payroll for the retail industry both increased during the
same timeframe.
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EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.4-B
Retail Trends in Cape Girardeau County 2007-2012
Retail Trade Sector
No of Annual Payroll No of
Est Sales ($1,000) ($1,000) Emp
$ $
2012 415 1,611,435 131,060 5,855
$ $
2007 455 1,353,015 122,095 6,137
$ $
Change -40 258,420 8,965 -282
Source:US Census Bureau,Economic Census
Cape Girardeau County experienced a decline in the manufacturing sector during the 5-year
period from 2007 to 2012, as indicated in the following exhibit, No. 3.3.1.4-C. The number of
manufacturing establishments declined by 2%, while employment in the manufacturing sector
declined from 4,574 in 2007 to 3,700 in 2012, a decrease of 19%.
EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.4-C
Manufacturing Activity 2007-2012
Manufacturing Sector
Value of
shipments
No of and services Annual Payroll No of
Est ($1,000) ($1,000) Emp
$ $
2012 95 2,884,546 181,920 3,700
2007 97 N/A N/A 4,574
Change -2 -874
Some 2007 data suppressed by US Census Bureau
Source:US Census Bureau,Economic Census
3.3.1.5 Schools and Universities
Public elementary and secondary education in Cape Girardeau County is provided by five school
districts: Cape Girardeau 63, Delta R-V, Jackson R-II, Nell Holcomb R-IV and Oak Ridge R-VI. All
five districts are accredited, the highest rating given by the Missouri Department of Elementary
and Secondary Education (Exhibit No. 3.3.1.5-A). The Nell Holcomb R-IV District provides
elementary education only. A small area in northwestern Cape Girardeau County is served by
the Meadow Heights R-11School District, and the Advance R-IV School District serves a small area
in the southwest corner of the County. These school districts are headquartered in neighboring
counties and are included in their respective county's plan.
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EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.5-A
Cape Girardeau County
School District Enrollments and Ratings, 2002-2003
2021 2015 HS
Enrollment Graduation
School District (K-12) Rate
Cape Girardeau 63 4,021 84.9%
Delta R-V 256 100.0%
Jackson R-II 4,855 94.9%
Nell Holcomb R-IV 287 N/A
Oak Ridge R-VI 342 100.0%
Total 9,761
Note:Nell Holcomb offers elementary grades only
Source:Dept.of Elementary and Secondary Education
In addition to excellent educational programs, public schools in Cape Girardeau County offer a
wide variety of athletic, cultural and extra-curricular activities. Special educational opportunities
available in Cape Girardeau County range from remedial reading and gifted education to speech
pathology and special education programs. Head Start programs are also available in the county
under the direction of East Missouri Action Agency.
Vocational Career Opportunities
Technical career training opportunities in a wide range of skill areas are available to students in
Cape Girardeau County through the Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center which is
located at 1080 South Silver Springs Road in Cape Girardeau. The Career and Technology Center
currently offers 19 full-time courses. Among the popular programs offered at the Center are
Health Professions and Related Sciences, Business Management and Administrative Services,
Precision Production Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, and Computer and Information Sciences.
Southeast Missouri State University
With an enrollment of approximately 9,500 students, Southeast Missouri State University offers
more than 150 areas of study in science,technology, education, the health professions, business
and the liberal arts. The University has a student/faculty ratio of 18 to 1. The average freshman
classroom size is 25 to 30. Students come from all 50 states and from countries around the world.
The University's programs are arranged among the Harrison College of Business, the College of
Education, the College of Health and Human Services, the College of Liberal Arts, the College of
Science and Mathematics, the School of University Studies, the School of Graduate Studies and
Research, the School of Extended Learning, and the School of Polytechnic Studies. Student
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activities include more than 150 social and special-interest student organizations, 11 national
fraternities and nine national sororities.
3.3.1.6 Endangered Species
Cape Girardeau County is home to a number of rare or endangered species of mussels,fish, birds
and plants which are listed in Exhibit No. 3.3.1.6-A. Species identified with an asterisk(*) are also
considered to be of national significance.
EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.6-A
Rare and Endangered Species
Cape Girardeau County
Species Status County
Mussels
Arcidens confragosa (Rock Pocket) Endangered Cape Girardeau
Obovaria olivaria (Hickory-Nut) Endangered Cape Girardeau
Potamilus purpuratus (Western Heel Splitter) Endangered Cape Girardeau
Villosa lienosa lienosa Rare Cape Girardeau
Epioblasma triquetra (Snuffbox) Endangered Cape Girardeau
Fishes
Acipenser Fulvescens (Lake Sturgeon) Endangered Cape Girardeau
(Mississippi River)
Scaphirhynchus albus (Pallid Sturgeon) Endangered Cape Girardeau
(Mississippi River)
Lepisosteus spatula (Alligator Gar) Rare Cape Girardeau
(Mississippi River)
Alosa alabamae (Alabama Shad) Rare Cape Girardeau
(Mississippi River)
Hybopsis gelid (Sturgeon Chub) Rare Cape Girardeau
(Mississippi River)
Hybopsis meeki (Sicklefin Chub) Rare Cape Girardeau
(Mississippi River)
Notropis amnis (Pallid Shiner) Possibly Cape
Girardeau
Extirpated (Mississippi River)
Notropis emiliae (Pugnose Minnow) Endangered Cape Girardeau
Birds
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Phalacrocorax auritus Endangered Cape Girardeau
(Double-crested Cormorant)
Ictinia mississippiensis Rare Cape Girardeau
(Mississippi Kite)
Haliaeetus leucocephalus (Bald Eagle) *Rare All Counties
Tyto alba (Common Barn Owl) Endangered Cape Girardeau
Mammals
Mustela frenata (Long Tailed Weasel) Rare All Counties
Species Status County
Plant Kingdom
Peltandra virginica (Arrow Arum) Rare Cape Girardeau
Thalia dealbata (Thalia) Rare Cape Girardeau
Gaylussacia baccata (Black Huckleberry) Rare Cape Girardeau
Chionanthus virginica (Fringe Tree) Rare Cape Girardeau
Obolavia virginica (Pennywort) Endangered Cape Girardeau
Physostegia intermedia (False Dragonhead) Rare Cape Girardeau
Pycnanthemum muticum (Mountain Mint) Rare Cape Girardeau
Boltonia asteroides var. decurrens *Endangered Cape Girardeau
The rare or endangered species of animals and plants found in Cape Girardeau County are less
likely to be affected by natural hazards than by manmade or technological hazards. Probably
most vulnerable are the fish species found in the river systems which could be severely affected
by any major contamination of the watersheds.
3.3.1.7 Historic Properties
There are many structures in Cape Girardeau County of significant historic importance. Seven
structures in the County are currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places, as are
three historic districts, two located in the City of Cape Girardeau and one located in the City of
Jackson. National Register properties in the County include:
• The Bennett-Tobler-Pace-Oliver House, located at 224 East Adams Street in Jackson (listed
April 18, 1985).
• The Big Hill Farmstead Historic District, located at 2246 Missouri Route PP in Jackson
(listed December 22, 1999).
• The Burfordville Covered Bridge, located at the east edge of Burfordville on County Road
HH (listed May 19, 1970).
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• The Burfordville Mill, located off Missouri Highway 34 in Burfordville (listed May 27,
1971).
• The Cape Girardeau Commercial Historic District, which includes the 100 block of North
Main Street and the 100 block of Broadway in Cape Girardeau (listed July 20, 2000).
• The Clark, George Boardman House, located at 6 South Fountain Street in Cape Girardeau
(listed July 22, 1994).
• The Frizel-Welling House, located at 209 West Main Street in Cape Girardeau (listed June
25, 1999).
• The Glenn House, located at 325 South Spanish Street in Cape Girardeau (listed October
11, 1997).
• The Haarig Commercial Historic District, which is located along sections of the 600 block
of Good Hope Street and the 300 block of South Sprigg Street in Cape Girardeau (listed
July 20, 2000).
• The Hanover Lutheran Church, located at 2949 Perryville Road in Cape Girardeau (listed
September 14, 1987).
These National Register properties,and other historic structures found in Cape Girardeau County,
are probably most vulnerable to damage which could be caused by earthquakes, tornados or
severe thunderstorms.
3.3.1.8 Infrastructure
Roadways
Cape Girardeau County is served by numerous highways that provide the primary mode of
transportation in the County. An extensive network of County-maintained roads connect to state
maintained "lettered" routes throughout the County. The state maintains these paved "farm to
market" roads to meet their original purpose of providing access to towns and markets for the
residents of the rural areas of the County. The County maintains a system of county roads to
connect to the state routes and provide ingress and egress from farms and residences in the rural
areas of the County.
The major transportation route through the County is Interstate 55, which bisects the County
from north to south. This is a four-lane, limited access highway designed to move high volumes
of traffic with a minimum of delay. It serves as the primary route for traffic into and out of the
County (Exhibit No. 3.3.1.8-A).
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The County is also served by Highways 61, 34, 74, 72, and 25. Highway 61 was the former north-
south route through the County prior to the construction of Interstate 55. Highway 25, a two-
lane highway, provides another connection between the County and Highway 60 and the
Bootheel area of Missouri. Highway 72 is a two lane-route that provides a westward connection
from the City of Jackson to Fredericktown and ultimately to Interstate 44 at Rolla. Highway 34 is
a two-lane route that provides access to Highway 60 near Van Buren. Highway 74 is a short route
providing a connection between Interstate 55 and Highway 25 at Dutchtown. It also provides
access to the new Bill Emerson bridge across the Mississippi River to Illinois.
In addition, the City of Cape Girardeau is the site of the recently completed Bill Emerson
Memorial Bridge which connects Missouri and Illinois. The new four-lane bridge replaces an old
two-lane structure competed in 1927. The new $170,000,000 cable stay bridge is 100' x 4,000',
and its roadway is 60 feet above the river. The structure currently carries approximately 14,000
vehicles per day, a number that is projected to rise to 26,000 vehicles per day by 2015.
Railroads
The County is served by three railroads: the Burlington Northern-Santa Fe,the Union Pacific,and
the SEMO Port railroad. The railroads are on the eastern edge of the County and parallel the
course of the Mississippi River. No passenger service is provided by the railroads serving Cape
Girardeau County. The Southeast Missouri Regional Port Railroad is a locally owned, common
carrier switching railroad connecting the port with the Burlington Northern-Santa Fe and Union
Pacific Railroad railroads.
A fourth railroad, the St. Louis Iron Mountain &Southern Railroad, is a locally owned tourist line
that provides a 10-mile excursion trip between Jackson and Gordonville. The railroad uses a
historic steam engine built in 1946, along with historic railroad cars to provide a unique
railroading experience.
Airports
The Cape Girardeau Regional Airport is located just across the county line in Scott County. It has
a 6,499'x 150' concrete runway. It also has a 3,996'x 100' crosswind asphaltic/concrete runway.
Major airframe and power plant services are available at the airport, along with fuel and
overnight hangar storage. Corporate Airlines provides connecting flights between Cape
Girardeau and Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, with three departures and three arrivals
per day, with the exception of weekends.
Public Transportation
The Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority provides public transportation to the elderly,
handicapped, and general public in the County with most trips occurring in the City of Cape
Girardeau. The Transit Authority is active with the Transportation Advisory Committee
coordinated by the RPC and MODOT and helps to ensure that the transit needs of local residents
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are addressed. Southeast Missouri State University operates a transit system to ferry students
around the campus. It does not operate outside of the university campus.
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Sewer and Water Facilities
There is no public sewer service available to the general public in the County. There are some
small private systems serving subdivisions in the County, but there are no public sewer districts
in the County. The Cities of Cape Girardeau, Delta, and Jackson have sewage collection and
treatment systems. The Villages of Oak Ridge and Pocahontas are in the process of drawing up
plans and arranging financing to construct sewerage collection and treatment systems. The
remaining communities in the County are in need of sewage collection and treatment systems
but, at the present time, do not have the financial resources to construct the systems.
The Cities of Cape Girardeau, Delta, and Jackson have their own municipal water supply and
distribution systems. The Villages of Allenville and Whitewater have a combined water supply
and distribution system to serve their residents. There are five public water supply districts in
the County. Cape-Perry Public Water Supply District No. 1 serves a large part of northern Cape
Girardeau County, including Old Appleton, Pocahontas, Oak Ridge and Fruitland. Cape Girardeau
County Public Water Supply District No. 2 serves a part of western Cape Girardeau County in the
Millersville area. Cape Girardeau County Public Water Supply District No.4 serves the Villages of
Gordonville and Dutchtown and the unincorporated area between them. Cape Girardeau County
Public Water Supply District No. 5 has just recently formed and covers an area in the eastern part
of the County. Stoddard County Public Water Supply No. 2 serves a small part of the County
around the Randles community.
Electric and Natural Gas
AmerenUE, Citizens Electric Cooperative, Black River Electric, and SEMO Electric Coop provide
electrical power throughout Cape Girardeau County. The City of Jackson's Department of Public
Works is responsible for electrical generation and distribution in the City of Jackson. AmerenUE
, Citizens Electric, Black River Electric, and SEMO Electric Coop supply power to the remainder of
the County. Natural gas is supplied to the City Cape Girardeau by AmerenUE and the City of
Jackson by Associated Natural Gas Company.
Solid Waste
There is no County-wide solid waste collection system in Cape Girardeau County. Private
companies provide contract service to customers throughout the County. The Cities of Cape
Girardeau and Jackson each provide their own solid waste pick up service, and each City operates
a solid waste transfer station to transfer the trash to approved landfills. Both Cities also operate
a recycling program to remove recyclable materials from the waste stream and reduce the
amount of trash being landfilled. The rest of the County either has no solid waste pick up or they
have to contract with a private company to pick up their trash.
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3.3.1.9 Medical and Emergency Services
Saint Francis Medical Center
Saint Francis Medical Center is a full-service, tertiary care medical center located at 211 Saint
Francis Drive in Cape Girardeau. The 249-bed Catholic facility was founded in 1875 and offers
state of the art health care treatment in a number of specialties.
The Gene E. Huckstep Emergency Center at Saint Francis provides a high degree of care to trauma
patients. Trauma services include diagnostics such as MRI, CT or laboratory tests; trauma
surgeons; specialty surgeons such as orthopaedic, neuro and cardiac surgeons; critical nursing
care; and expert medical monitoring. The surgeons, physicians, nurses and staff are dedicated
to providing high quality care at a moment's notice.
Other services at Saint Francis include the Wound Healing Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive
Care Unit, the Cancer Institute, Orthopaedic Services, the Neurosciences Institute, the Heart
Institute, the Universal Health and Fitness Center, Womancare, Home Health, the Sleep Well
Program, the Pain Management Center, and the Sports Medicine Center.
Southeast Missouri Hospital
Founded in 1928 by a group of physicians and businessmen, Southeast Missouri Hospital has
grown into a major 272-bed regional medical complex that records more than 11,400 inpatient
admissions annually and more than 34,000 emergency visits. More than 180 physicians and
surgeons, in most medical specialties, are joined by an employee force of more than 1,500 and
by 400 volunteers in delivering care to a service region that includes more than a half million
residents in Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois. The hospital has recently formed a
partnership with Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital in St. Louis that will enhance pediatric
services for children in the region.
Southeast offers a wide scope of services,including emergency services with its Chest Pain Center
and ERexpress, the Regional Heart Center, the Regional Cancer Center, the Regional Center for
Women's and Children's Services, and the Regional Brain and Spine Center where diagnostic and
surgery services are available to deal with cerebral vascular surgery, spinal surgery, endoscopic
neurosurgery and neuro-trauma. Other designated inpatient services include pediatrics and
pediatric special care,orthopaedics and the Bone and Joint Replacement Center,adult psychiatric
services and a Comprehensive Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit.
Cape Girardeau County 911 Emergency Communications
Emergency communications for Cape Girardeau County are routed through the Cape Girardeau
County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) located in the lower level of the Cape Girardeau
County Administration Building, #1 Barton Square in Jackson. Spending of all 911 money is
regulated by the County Commission. Emergency communications are overseen by an advisory
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board which includes representation from the Cape Girardeau Police Department, the Cape
Girardeau Fire Department,the Jackson Police Department,the Jackson Fire Department and the
Sheriff's Department.
Emergency calls coming in to the 911 Communications Center are automatically routed to the
appropriate city. Calls coming in from a Jackson address are routed to the Jackson 911 office
which is located at the Jackson Police Department. Calls originating from a Cape Girardeau
address are routed to the 911 dispatcher at the Cape Girardeau Police Department. Calls coming
in from County addresses are routed to the Emergency Operations Center in the County
Administration Building. Approximately 40% of all 911 calls in the County are from cell phone
users. Cell phone calls can only be pinpointed to the nearest cell tower.
Cape Girardeau County Mobile Command Center,
Power and Light Trailer and HAZMAT Resource Trailer
The Cape Girardeau County Mobile Command Center is a self-supporting command and
communications vehicle available to any Emergency Response Agency of a governmental
subdivision within Cape Girardeau County. Its purpose is to facilitate and support a centralized
command structure at the incident site and to provide multi-jurisdictional communications to the
on-scene commander. An additional command area is available under an attached awning on
the passenger side of the vehicle. Radio/cellular/land line hookups are available on the outside
of the vehicle under the awning area. The County also maintains a power and light trailer and an
LEPD HAZMAT Resource Trailer which is stored at Cape Girardeau Fire Station No. 4.
Cape County Private Ambulance Service, Inc.
Cape County Private Ambulance Service, Inc. (CCPA), provides emergency and non-emergency
ambulance service throughout Cape Girardeau County. The service is located at 1458 North
Kingshighway in Cape Girardeau and operates a second base in Jackson. CCPA has provided
ambulance service to Cape Girardeau County since 1968. A leader in the field of EMS, emergency
calls are handled by full-time certified Emergency Medical Dispatchers using Medical Priority's
EMD protocols which provides the caller with life saving and injury preventing pre-arrival
instructions, including phone instruction on critical life-saving maneuvers such as CPR, choking
and serious bleeding.
Each emergency ambulance is equipped with cutting edge technology, including 12 lead EKG and
telemetry capability, leading emergency drugs, and staffed with Missouri licensed and National
Registry certified paramedics and EMT's. Non-emergency transportation may be provided using
Advanced Life Support vehicles and crews if special or advanced services are required or may be
provided by Basic Life Support crews if appropriate.
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Air Evac Lifeteam
Headquartered in West Plains, Missouri, Air Evac Lifeteam (Air Evac EMS, Inc.) provides
emergency helicopter service to residents of Cape Girardeau County and surrounding counties.
The company currently has 26 bases in nine states. Every helicopter in the Air Evac fleet is a Bell
206L. Helicopters are usually dispatched from the West Plains office via telephone.
ARCH Air Medical Services
ARCH (Area Rescue Consortium of Hospitals) is a St. Louis based medical helicopter/air
ambulance service. It was originally formed by a partnership of St. Louis University, Barnes-Jewish
Hospital and St. John's Mercy Medical Center. In 2000, Mercy Air Service, Inc., purchased ARCH.
Two months later, the same company expanded the ARCH service by purchasing the former
LifeBeat service based at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau and made it a part of the
ARCH service. The company has a remote dispatch repeater in the Cape Girardeau area used for
radio dispatching
ARCH crews consist of a pilot, a paramedic and a flight nurse. The pilots work 12-hour shifts,
while the paramedic and flight nurse work 24-hour shifts. The dispatch and headquarters are
located in St. Louis, and the company maintains a base at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport.
Department of Public Safety—Southeast Missouri State University
The Department of Public Safety is the University's primary unit for supporting the personal
safety of students, employees and visitors. The department is located on D-Wing in Dearmont
Quadrangle, 360 Dearmont Circle. The department consists of four major units: University
Police, Parking Services, Emergency Preparedness Planning, and Transportation. The police
division consists of 16 trained, state certified peace officers, most of whom hold bachelors
degrees in criminal justice of related fields.
The Department of Public Safety has University Police Officers on duty 24 hours a day,seven days
a week. There are 29 emergency call boxes placed in strategic locations around campus, all
marked by large vertical "emergency" signs. Pushing the call box button initiates a 911
emergency call to the University Police Communications Center.
Cape Girardeau County Health Department
The main office of the Cape Girardeau County Health Department is located at 1121 Linden Street
in Cape Girardeau. The department provides a variety of health-related services to County
residents. These include immunizations, the WIC program, the asthma case management
program, a tuberculosis program, a sexually transmitted disease clinic, a home visiting program,
breast and cervical cancer control program, pregnancy testing and temporary Medicaid, case
management, a communicable disease clinic, HIV/AIDS service coordination, and daycare
consultation
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Cape Girardeau County Sheriffs Department
The Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Department and Cape Girardeau County Jail are located at
216 North Missouri Avenue in Jackson. The Sheriff's Department patrols an area of 577 square
miles. The department has a staff of 19 employees divided into patrol, dispatch, jail and
administration. The County Jail has the capacity to house 212 prisoners.
Cape Girardeau Police Department
The Cape Girardeau Police Department is located at 40 South Sprigg Street. The department's
Central Dispatch Unit is staffed with nine telecommunicators and one supervisor.
Communications personnel receive, evaluate, and disseminate calls for police and fire service.
In addition to its regular force, the Police Department can be augmented by the Cape Girardeau
Police Reserve when necessary. The Police Reserve Division is comprised of 13 volunteer
commissioned police officers serving the community with full police responsibilities and powers
while on duty. All members of the police reserve have completed law enforcement academy
training and are certified as police officers in the State of Missouri.
Jackson Police Department
The Jackson Police Department is located at the Police/Fire Complex at 525 South Hope Street.
The department is presently staffed with 23 commissioned and six non-commissioned personnel.
The Department has 12 marked and unmarked response vehicles and one truck. The Police
Department is responsible for the dispatching of all calls for police service, as well as those for
fire, medical and 911 for the City of Jackson
Cape Girardeau Fire Department
The Cape Girardeau Fire Department operates four fire stations in order to provide firefighting
services throughout the community. The Fire Department currently has 56 paid firefighters. Fire
Station No. 1,the main station, is located at#1 South Sprigg Street in Cape Girardeau. Equipment
operated by Fire Station No. 1 includes a fire engine with a 750 gallon tank and 1,500 GPM
(gallons per minute) pumping capacity, a reserve engine equipped with a 1,000 gallon tank
and1,000 GPM pumping capacity, a rescue truck equipped with a 500 gallon tank and 750 GPM
pumping capacity and an electric winch, and a grass and brush truck equipped with a 200 gallon
tank and a 250 GPM portable pump. Other equipment includes a technical rescue trailer and two
john boats.
Fire Station No. 2 is located at 378 South Mount Auburn Road. The station is equipped with an
airport fast response unit which can be dispatched to Cape Girardeau Regional Airport. The
engine is equipped with a 500 gallon nitrogen-expelled water tank premixed with 6% AFFF light
water foam. Other equipment includes a fire engine with a 1,000 gallon tank and 1,250 GPM
pumping capacity and an engine equipped with a 102 foot aerial ladder and a 200 gallon tank and
1,500 GPM pumping capacity.
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Fire Station No. 3 is located at 429 Emerald Street. The station is equipped with a fire engine
equipped with a 750 gallon tank and 1,500 GPM pumping capacity and a reserve engine equipped
with a 750 gallon tank and 1,000 GPM pumping capacity.
Fire Station No. 4 is located at 1429 Kurre Lane and is equipped with a rescue truck which is
equipped with a 500 gallon tank and 1,500 GPM pumping capacity.
Delta Rural Fire Protection District
The Delta Rural Fire Protection District operates from Station No. 1, located at 211 East State
Street in Delta. Currently, the district has a roster of 20 firefighters. Firefighting equipment
includes a pumper with a 750 gallon tank and 750 GPM pumping capacity, a pumper with a 750
gallon tank and 1,250 GPM pumping capacity, a pumper with an 800 gallon tank and 500 GPM
pumping capacity, a tanker with a 2,040 gallon tank and a 400 GPM portable pump, and a brush
truck equipped with a 250 gallon tank and a 300 GPM auxiliary pump.
East County Fire Protection District
The East County Fire Protection District operates three fire stations. Station No. 1 is located at
7515 State Highway 177 in the Egypt Mills area, Station No. 2 is located at 4000 State Highway V
in the Indian Creek area, and Station No. 3 is located at 4564 County Road 621 in Hanover. The
district currently has a roster of 41 volunteer firefighters.
Station No. 1 operates a pumper with a 1,000 gallon tank and 1,500 GPM pumping capacity, a
3,000 gallon tanker, a water supply/brush truck equipped with a 250 gallon tank and 750 GPM
pumping capacity, and a 4x4 pickup which serves as the Chief's truck.
Station No. 2 operates a pumper with a 1,000 gallon tank and 1,000 GPM pumping capacity, a
tanker with a 1,500 gallon tank and a 310 GPM portable pump, a tanker with a 2,000 gallon tank
and a 310 GPM portable pump, a brush truck equipped with a 50 gallon tank and pump, and a
4x4 ATV with a 50 gallon tank and pump.
Equipment operated by Station No. 3 includes a pumper with a 1,000 gallon tank and 1,500 GPM
pumping capacity, a pumper/tanker with a 2,000 gallon tank and 750 GPM pumping capacity, a
tanker with a 1,000 gallon tank and a 310 GPM portable pump, a brush truck equipped with a
110 gallon tank with pump and a service truck.
Fruitland Area Volunteer Fire District
The Fruitland Area Volunteer Fire District operates two fire stations: Station No. 1 which is
located at 7273 U. S. Highway 61 in Fruitland and Station No. 2 which is located at 216 County
Road 516 in New Wells. The district currently has a roster of 26 volunteer firefighters.
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Station No. 1 operates a pumper with a 750 gallon tank with 1,000 GPM pumping capacity, a
pumper/tanker with a 2,000 gallon tank and 500 GPM pumping capacity,two tankers with 2,000
gallon tanks each, a water supply/brush truck with a 200 gallon tank and a 500 GPM portable
pump, and a rescue van.
Equipment operated by Station No. 2 includes a pumper with a 500 gallon tank and 500 GPM
pumping capacity, a pumper/tanker with a 2,000 gallon tank and 500 GPM pumping capacity,
and a brush truck equipped with a 200 gallon tank and a pressure pump.
Gordonville Area Fire Protection District
The Gordonville Area Fire Protection District operates from three fire stations: Station No. 1
which is located at 605 State Highway Z, Station No. 2 which is located at 3183 State Highway F,
and Station No. 3 which is located at 10329 State Highway 25. The district currently has a roster
of 27 firefighters.
Equipment operated from Station No. 1 includes a pumper with a 2,500 gallon tank and 1,250
GPM pumping capacity, a tanker with a 1,800 gallon tank and a 500 GPM portable pump, and a
brush truck equipped with a 250 gallon tank and a 350 GPM permanent mount pump.
Station No. 2 operates a pumper with a 750 gallon tank and 750 GPM pumping capacity and a
tanker with a 1,000 gallon tank and a 300 GPM portable pump.
Station No. 3 is equipped with a pumper with a 1,000 gallon tank and 1,250 GPM pumping
capacity and a tanker with a 1,500 gallon tank and a 500 GPM portable pump.
Jackson Fire Department
The Jackson Fire Department is located at 525 South Hope Street in Jackson. The Department is
staffed by the Chief,the Assistant Chief and three crews composed of 23 firefighters. Equipment
operated by the department includes a pumper with a 1,000 gallon tank and 1,000 GPM pumping
capacity,a ladder truck with a 500 gallon tank and 1m000 GPM pumping capacity and a 50' boom-
mounted snorkel, a reserve engine with a 1,000 gallon tank and 1,000 GPM pumping capacity, a
truck equipped with a 300 gallon tank with 300 GPM pumping capacity, a pumper with a 750
gallon tank and 1,500 GPM pumping capacity, a rescue truck, the Chief's car, a 4x4 pickup used
by the Assistant Chief, a staff car and a rescue boat.
Millersville Rural Fire Protection District
The Millersville Rural Fire District maintains three fire stations: Station No. 1 located at 126
County Road 483 in Millersville, Station No. 2 located at 255 State Highway 34, and Station No.
#3 which is located at 271 State Highway HH in Burfordville. The District has a roster of 25
volunteer firefighters.
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Equipment operated by Station No. 1 includes a pumper with a 1,000 gallon tank with 500 GPM
pumping capacity and a 35 gallon foam tank, a tanker with a 2,000 gallon tank, and a brush truck
with a 300 gallon tank and 125 GPM pumping capacity.
Station No. 2 operates a pumper with a 750 gallon tank and 750 GPM pumping capacity and a
tanker with a 1,120 gallon tank and 350 GPM pumping capacity.
Equipment operated by Station No. 3 includes a pumper with a 750 gallon tank and 500 GPM
pumping capacity, a tanker with a 1,120 gallon tank and a 200 GPM pump, and a tanker with a
3,000 gallon tank and 750 GPM pumping capacity.
North Cape County Fire Protection District
The North Cape County Rural Fire District operates two fire stations: the North Station located
at 1-55 & Highway KK (1134 County Road 501) and the South Station located at 217 Scots Pine
Lane. The district has a force of 20 volunteer firefighters.
Equipment maintained at the North Station includes a pumper with a 900 gallon tank and a 1,000
GPM pump, a tanker with a 1,700 gallon tank with 300 GPM pumping capacity, a brush truck
equipped with a 200 gallon tank and an 18 horsepower pump, and a service van.
The South Station maintains a pumper equipped with a 1,100 gallon tank and 500 GPM pumping
capacity, a tanker equipped with a 2,350 gallon tank and a 250 GPM portable pump, and a brush
truck with a 200 gallon tank and an 11 horsepower pump.
Whitewater Fire Protection District
The Whitewater Fire Protection District operates two fire stations: Station No. 1 located at 8530
State Highway A and Station No. 2 located at 2150 County Road 380. The District has a roster of
16 volunteer firefighters.
Station No. 1 operates a pumper equipped with a 750 gallon tank and 1,250 GPM pumping
capacity, a tanker with a 2,000 gallon tank, a brush truck equipped with a 125 gallon tank and a
300 gallon auxiliary pump, and a service truck.
Equipment operated by Station No. 2 includes a pumper with a 750 gallon tank with 750 GPM
pumping capacity, a 1,500 gallon tanker and a brush truck equipped with a 125 gallon tank and a
300 GPM auxiliary pump.
3.3.1.10 Key Community Facilities
Key community facilities in Cape Girardeau County include medical/emergency facilities, schools,
and long-term care facilities.These facilities represent resources for care and shelter in the event
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of a natural disaster, populations requiring a higher level of care, and installations critical to
community services.
In the event of a natural disaster of any magnitude,the ability of emergency and medical facilities
in Cape Girardeau County to respond quickly, and to treat large numbers of people, will be
important factors in mitigating injuries and the loss of lives. Cape Girardeau County is fortunate
to have significant medical resources and a sizeable number of physicians and specialists readily
available. Important medical facilities are listed in Exhibit No. 3.3.1.10-A.
EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.10-A
Cape Girardeau County Medical/Emergency Facilities
FACILITY NAME ADDRESS CITY
Saint Francis Medical Center 211 Saint Francis Drive Cape Girardeau
Southeast Missouri Hospital 1701 Lacey Street Cape Girardeau
Cape Girardeau County Health
Department 1121 Linden Street Cape Girardeau
Schools, Long-Term Care Facilities and Correctional Facilities
More than 21,000 students in Cape Girardeau County attend various public and private
elementary, middle and high schools, as well as Southeast Missouri State University. These
populations need special consideration in the event of a natural disaster, as do students in child-
care facilities in the County.
Long-term care facilities are also more likely to be impacted in a natural disaster. These facilities
fulfill a range of needs including retirement, assisted living, intermediate care, and continuing
care. Residents of these facilities may have mobility and/or cognition issues that present special
problems. Facilities in Cape Girardeau County requiring special consideration in the event of a
natural disaster are listed in Exhibit No. 3.3.1.10-B.
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EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.1.10-B
Cape Girardeau County Facilities
Requiring Special Consideration
FACILITY NAME ADDRESS CITY OCCUPANTS
Schools
Central High School 1000 South Silver Springs Cape Girardeau 1,355
Road
Cape Girardeau Career and 1080 South Silver Springs 300
Technical Center Road Cape Girardeau on average
Central Junior High School 205 Caruthers Street Cape Girardeau 644
Alma Schrader Elementary 1360 Randol Street Cape Girardeau 287
School
Franklin Elementary School 215 North Louisiana Street Cape Girardeau 225
Blanchard Elementary School 1829 North Sprigg Street Cape Girardeau 291
Clippard Elementary School 2860 Hopper Road Cape Girardeau 263
Jefferson Elementary School 520 South Minnesota Cape Girardeau 279
Street
Central Middle School 1900 Thilenius Street Cape Girardeau 634
Nell Holcomb Elementary School 6547 State Highway 177 Cape Girardeau 339
Delta High School 324 Liberty Street Delta 150
Delta Elementary School 3666 State Highway N Delta 175
Gordonville Attendance Center
(Jackson R II School District) 653 State Highway Z Gordonville 55
Jackson Senior High School 315 South Missouri Street Jackson 1,179
Russell Hawkins Junior High 210 North West Lane Jackson 766
School
1651 West Independence
Jackson Middle School Street Jackson 758
Orchard Drive Elementary School 1402 Orchard Drive Jackson 488
North Elementary School 10730 State Highway W Jackson 265
South Elementary School 1701 South Hope Street Jackson 508
West Lane Elementary School 338 North West Lane Jackson 401
Primary Annex 444 West Jefferson Jackson 129
Boulevard
Millersville Attendance Center 377 State Highway B Millersville 74
(Jackson R-11School District)
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FACILITY NAME ADDRESS CITY OCCUPANTS
Oak Ridge High School 4198 State Highway E Oak Ridge 176
Oak Ridge Elementary School 4198 State Highway E Oak Ridge 207
Cape Christian School 1855 Perryville Road Cape Girardeau 115
Deer Creek Christian Academy 2039 Cape LaCroix Road Cape Girardeau 52
Eagle Ridge Christian School &
Little Eagles Learning Center 4210 State Highway K Cape Girardeau 191
Immaculate Conception Catholic
School 250 East Madison Street Jackson 265
Saint Paul Lutheran School 216 South Russell Street Jackson 320
Notre Dame High School 265 Notre Dame Drive Cape Girardeau 470
Saxony Lutheran High School 804 North Cape Rock Drive Cape Girardeau 58
Trinity Lutheran School 55 North Pacific Street Cape Girardeau 185
Southeast Missouri State
University One University Plaza Cape Girardeau 9,500
Nursing/Residential Facilities
Auburn Creek-Assisted Living 2910 Beaver Creek Drive Cape Girardeau 42
Capetown Assisted living 2957 Cape LaCroix Road Cape Girardeau 24
Chateau Girardeau 3120 Independence Street Cape Girardeau 60
Chateau Girardeau Assisted
Living Center 3120 Independence Street Cape Girardeau 40
Country Gardens RCF II 210 Franks Lane Cape Girardeau 56
Fountainbleau Lodge 2001 North Kingshighway Cape Girardeau 30
Fountainbleau Lodge Residential
Care Facility II 2001 North Kingshighway Cape Girardeau 60
Frederick Street Manor 429 North Frederick Street Cape Girardeau 32
Frederick Street Manor II 435 North Frederick Street Cape Girardeau 7
Heartland Care and 2525 Boutin Drive Cape Girardeau 102
Rehabilitation Center
Jackson Manor Nursing Home 710 Broadridge Street Jackson 90
Jackson Residential Care 316 East Adams Street Jackson 19
Jefferson Manor 902 Jefferson Avenue Cape Girardeau 10
Life Care Center of Cape 2852 Independence Street Cape Girardeau 120
Girardeau
Louis E. Masterman Center 341 North Main Street Cape Girardeau 18
The Lutheran Home 2825 Bloomfield Road Cape Girardeau 274
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FACILITY NAME ADDRESS CITY OCCUPANTS
Lutheran Home Residential Care 2825 Bloomfield Road Cape Girardeau 105
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Maple Crest Manor 430 North Frederick Street Cape Girardeau 48
Monticello House 1115 K-Land Drive Jackson 75
Monticello House Residential 1115 K-Land Drive Jackson 62
Care Facility II
Oak Ridge Manor 5108 State Highway B Oak Ridge 20
Parkwood Manor 325 North Sprigg Street Cape Girardeau 30
Ratliff Care Center 717 North Sprigg Street Cape Girardeau 46
Sprigg Street Manor 701 North Sprigg Street Cape Girardeau 15
Correctional/Rehabilitation
Cape Girardeau County Jail 216 North Missouri Jackson 212
Avenue
Cape Girardeau County
Juvenile Detention Center 44 North Lorimier Street Cape Girardeau 334-6001
Cape Girardeau City Jail 40 South Sprigg Street Cape Girardeau 335-6621
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3.3.1.11 Media Coverage
The Southeast Missourian, located at 301 Broadway in Cape Girardeau, provides complete news
coverage throughout Cape Girardeau County and surrounding counties. The newspaper is
published daily and provides good coverage of issues and events in the various communities of
Cape Girardeau County. The Cash-Book Journal, published weekly in Jackson, also provides
coverage of news and events in Jackson and surrounding communities in Cape Girardeau County.
In-depth local and regional television coverage is provided by KFVS-TV 12, a CBS affiliate located
at 310 Broadway in Cape Girardeau. KBSI-TV Fox 23, located at 806 Enterprise in Cape Girardeau,
provides programming from the Fox Television Network. WSIL-TV, located in Harrisburg, Illinois,
and WPSD-TV, located in Paducah, are both received in Cape Girardeau County and also provide
weather and other public warnings. A number of local radio stations serve Cape Girardeau
County. These include KBHI, KBXB, KCGQ-FM, KGKS KISS-FM, KGMO/KAPE/KYRX Radio, K
103/KEZS, KRCU 90.9 FM/NPR, K REZ, KUGT 1170 AM Christian Radio, KWKZ-Pure Country 106.1,
KYRX Mix 104.7, and KZIM-960 AM.
News releases from the Southeast Missouri Regional Planning and Economic Development
Commission are currently distributed to over 20 area newspapers and radio and television
stations in the seven-county Region. These media contacts will be used to disseminate any
information about the hazard mitigation planning process.
3.3.2 Area-wide Hazard Vulnerability
The following section details the county and local jurisdictions' vulnerability to non-
geographically specific hazards with recommended actions to mitigate the effects of such
hazards. A complete list of mitigation activities can be found in Section 4.3 Mitigation Actions.
The following table shows the probability and severity rankings determined by the HMPC for the
non-geographically specific hazards in the county.
EXHIBIT 3.3.2-A
Area-wide Hazard Vulnerability
Natural Hazards Probability Severity
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Earthquakes Moderate High
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Extreme Heat Moderate Moderate
Tornadoes/Severe Thunderstorms High High
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The following definitions, as determined by the HMPC, explain the ratings for each hazard. The
HMPC felt that,given the potential for loss of life,a low threshold should be considered for events
to be considered having a "high" probability:
Probability-The likelihood that the hazard will occur.
• Low-The hazard has little or no chance of happening
o (Less than 5 percent chance of occurrence in any given year)
• Moderate -The hazard has a reasonable probability of occurring
o (5 to 19 percent chance of occurrence in any given year)
• High - The probability is considered sufficiently high to assume that the
event will occur
o (20 percent or higher chance of occurrence in any given year)
Severity-The deaths, injuries, or damage (property or environmental) that could result from the
hazard.
• Low- Few or minor damages or injuries are likely.
• Moderate - Injuries to personnel and damage to property and the
environment is expected.
• High - Deaths and major injuries and damage will likely occur
3.3.2.1 Drought Vulnerability
Future Severity:
Drought in Cape Girardeau County primarily affects the agricultural segment of the economy. A
prolonged drought could deplete water supplies in the County. The County normally receives
45 to 48 inches of rain per year. Cape Girardeau County lies in the Salem Plateau and
Southeastern Lowlands. Wells drilled in both of these geologic formations usually supply ample
groundwater.
Cape Girardeau County is rated by the state as having a moderate susceptibility to drought
(Exhibit No. 3.3.2.1-A). Lack of precipitation adversely affects crops and dries out pastures and
woodlands, which increases the risk of wildfire in the County. Groundwater resources are
adequate to meet most private needs during periods of adequate rainfall.
Future Probability:
It is possible that the county could experience a drought in any given year. Chances of a drought
are outlined below, with severities based on the Palmer Drought Severity Index.
Incipient Dry Spell High
Mild Drought Moderate
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Moderate Drought Moderate
Severe Drought Low
Extreme Drought Low
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3.3.2.2 Earthquake Vulnerability
Future Severity:
Cape Girardeau County falls within the area VIII on the modified Mercalli intensity scale should
an earthquake of 7.6 magnitude strike.At this intensity, poorly built or designed structures suffer
considerable damage. Damage is slight in specially designed structures, considerable in ordinary
substantial buildings with partial collapse, and great in poorly built structures. Panel walls are
thrown out of frame structures.Weak chimneys break at roof lines and cornices from towers and
high buildings fall. Sand and mud are ejected in small amounts.
According to the Missouri State HMP, given a MW 7.7 earthquake, Cape Girardeau County is
estimated to experience a total economic loss of over $4 billion, with approximately 4,736
households displaced, of which over half are expected to need short-term sheltering. The Joint
State& Region VII Response Operations Plan estimates that nearly 14,300 buildings in the county
will be "moderately" damaged or worse, based on Mid America Earthquake (MAE) Center
estimates. Additionally, all infrastructures will be significantly impacted, ranging from severe
damage to total destruction. While such an intense earthquake, equal to the 1811 and 1812
earthquakes, is unlikely in any given year, it would be catastrophic to the county.
Magnitude 1 Quake Low
Magnitude 2 Quake Low
Magnitude 3 Quake Low
Magnitude 4 Quake Moderate
Magnitude 5 Quake Moderate
Magnitude 6 Quake Moderate
Magnitude 7 Quake High
Magnitude 8+ Quake High
Future Probability:
The risk of a particular magnitude earthquake occurring is listed below:
Magnitude 1 Quake High
Magnitude 2 Quake High
Magnitude 3 Quake High
Magnitude 4 Quake Moderate
Magnitude 5 Quake Moderate
Magnitude 6 Quake Low
Magnitude 7 Quake Low
Magnitude 8 or greater Low
3.3.2.3 Extreme Cold Vulnerability
Future Severity:
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Extreme cold primarily affects the residents of the county, though there can be damage to
infrastructure and buildings if the temperature drops low enough. Livestock are also at risk to
extreme cold.
The most at-risk cohort of county residents has historically been the elderly, especially those on
fixed income that choose to forego the higher utility bills associated with heating their home.
Children can also be at risk to extreme cold, especially those that walk to school or must wait for
a school bus. However, schools in the county typically cancel classes when temperatures drop
too low for students to safely get to and from school.
0 degrees F: Low
-10 degrees F: Moderate
-20 degrees F: Moderate
-30 degrees F: High
-40 degrees F and below: High
Future Probability:
While recent trends in average temperature have shown a slight increase the county is still
vulnerable to extreme cold, especially during January, historically coldest month of the year.The
likelihood of the county experiencing extremely cold temperatures is stated below:
0 degrees F: High
-10 degrees F: Moderate
-20 degrees F: Low
-30 degrees F: Low
-40 degrees F and below: Low
3.3.2.4 Extreme Heat Vulnerability
Future Severity:
Heat waves in the past have caused crop and property damage, and more significantly, injury and
death. There have been two heat-related deaths reported in Cape Girardeau County in the past
fifteen years. During these heat events, the heat indices ranged from just over 100° F to 120° F.
Most of the deaths and injuries resulting from heat waves occur in large cities rather than in rural
areas. However, rural areas are more susceptible to crop damage than urban areas. Other
damages, such as overtaxed power grids and heat buckled highways, can occur in rural as well as
urban areas. The future probable severity is shown below for Cape Girardeau County.
Heat Index:
Extreme Danger 130° F or greater: High
Danger 105° F to 130° F: Moderate
Extreme Caution 90° F to 105° F: Low
Caution 80° F to 90° F: Low
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Future Probability:
Temperatures in excess of 90° F normally occur in July and August. Combined with the high
humidity that also normally occurs at this time of year, it is understandable that heat waves are
a natural event. Five of the past six heat waves have occurred in July and August. Since most of
these heat waves were in the Extreme Caution to Danger range, it is anticipated that this is the
most likely event to occur in the future.
Extreme Danger: Low
Danger: Moderate
Extreme Caution: High
Caution: High
3.3.2.5 Severe Winter Weather
Future Severity:
Based on the severity of the past events, it is anticipated that future events will be of low severity,
though a high severity event is possible, especially considering the recent trend over the past few
years towards freezing rain over snow or sleet. Freezing rain coats limbs and power lines, quickly
increasing the weight on these objects to the point of failure. Freezing rain also makes travel and
transportation highly difficult and dangerous and can almost completely shut down an entire
region given the correct combination of factors.
Future Probability:
Based on the historical statistics, there is a high probability of an occurrence of severe winter
weather of some type taking place in any given year.
3.3.2.6 Tornado/Severe Thunderstorm Vulnerability
Tornado:
Future Severity:
Given past records and evidence from other similarly sized counties across the nation that have
been hit by a tornado the following levels of severity have been assigned to the respective levels
of tornados.
FO: Low
Fl: Moderate
F2: High
F3: High
F4: High
F5: High
Future Probability:
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Based on the historical evidence of past events it is almost a given that at least one tornado will
occur within the county within the next five to ten years. The probability for a given strength of
tornado occurring is inverse to severity, decreasing as severity increases.
FO: High
Fl: High
F2: Moderate
F3: Moderate
F4: Low
F5: Low
Severe Thunderstorm:
Future Severity:
High/Strong Winds & Heavy Rain
The severity of high/strong winds & heavy rain in the county is rated as Moderate due to the
possibilities of loss of life and property damage.
Hail
The severity of hail in the county is rated as Low due to the limited historical impact of the event
to human life or property.
Lightning
The severity of lightning in the county is rated as Low due to the limited historical impact of the
event to human life and property.
Future Probability:
High/Strong Winds & Heavy Rain
Based on the historical occurrences of high/strong winds & heavy rain every year in the county
the probability of such an occurrence in any given year is rated as High.
Hail
Based on the historical occurrences of hail every year in the county the probability of such an
occurrence in any given year is rated as High.
Lightning
Based on the historical occurrences of lightning in the county the probability of such an
occurrence in any given year is rated as High.
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3.3.3 Geographically-Specific Hazard Vulnerability
The following section details the vulnerability of each jurisdiction to the geographically-specific
hazards of dam failure, flooding, sinkholes, and wildfires. This section is organized by type of
jurisdiction (e.g.fire districts,school districts)and then by individual jurisdictions and the hazards
that each is vulnerable to. The section includes maps with jurisdictional boundaries of all
participating jurisdictions with all geographically-specific hazards identified within its boundaries
unless otherwise noted.
For Dam and Levee Failure there is no inundation area data available for the county. As such,
aerial photography was used to identify structures in an estimated inundation area to determine
the probability and severity of such failures on the jurisdictions.
3.3.3.1 County and Municipalities
EXHIBIT No. 3.3.3.1-A
County and Municipality Vulnerability
Probability Se, erity
Low Moderate High [E,a Mode ete Hig
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FloodingX £3
Sinkholes X
Wild Fire i X n
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Sinkholes X
Wild Fire X I gi
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Cape Girardeau County
Dam & Levee Failure
There are 15 dams in the County classified as "high hazard." Unfortunately, no inundation data
or maps are available for any of these dams, making determination and location of potentially
affected structures difficult. Based on aerial photography analysis by the HMPC (including the
county Emergency Management Director) and planning staff, and consultation with the
Emergency Action Plans (EAP) when available, it was determined that these dams potentially
affect approximately 122 structures. See EXHIBIT 3.2.1-B for the map which includes these 15
dams.
There is only one major levee in the county, the Little River Drainage District Levee on the south
side of the Diversion Channel.This levee protects the Cape Girardeau Municipal Airport, multiple
commercial and industrial facilities, and crop land. This levee is only topped during the most
severe of flood events, those typically identified as 500 year events.
Given the County's and DNR's monitoring of these dams combined with the design height of the
Diversion Channel levee along with the types of development these structures protect the
probability of a dam or levee failure is rated as low and the severity of such a failure is rated as
moderate.
Riverine & Flash Flooding
Given the large amounts of flood prone areas in the County the probability of flooding occurring
in the county is rated as high; however, due to the disperse settlement patterns in the county
such flooding is only rated at a moderate severity level.
Multiple roads and highways in the county are vulnerable to being closed during flash flooding
events. This includes, but is not limited to: Rtes AB, B, D, F, K, P, U, UU, W, 34, 55, 61, 72, 177,
and County Roads 214, 222, 231, 349, 350, 379, and 454. Additionally, some structures along
these routes are susceptible to flooding.
Sinkholes
There is a moderate probability of sinkholes occurring in the County, especially in the northern
areas of the county. However, based on the characteristics and historical absence of damage due
to existing sinkholes in the County the severity of existing and any new sinkholes is rated as low.
Wild Fire
Given the amount of undeveloped land in the county there is a high probability of wild fires
occurring; however, such occurrences are anticipated to be of low severity as fire districts
throughout the county are trained and prepared to quickly subdue any such outbreaks.
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City of Cape Girardeau
Dam & Levee Failure
There are only two dams over 35 feet within or near the City of Cape Girardeau with the potential
to affect approximately 75 buildings. Given the city's and DNR's monitoring of these dams the
probability of a dam failure is rated as low and the severity of such a failure is also rated as low.
The floodwall along the Mississippi River in downtown Cape Girardeau is maintained and
inspected by the USACE. This wall protects numerous businesses along the would-be riverfront
from frequent flooding. Several years, including 1993 and 2015, the river has come within a few
feet of topping the wall. Probability of a failure of the floodwall is rated as low given USACE
inspections, while severity is rated as high based on the amount of property damage that would
be done.
Riverine & Flash Flooding
The effects of riverine flooding on the City of Cape Girardeau have been reduced for those areas
not protected by the City's floodwall and levee through participation in flood buyout programs.
As a result, the effects of river flooding on the residents of Cape Girardeau have been eased.
Areas of the City will still experience flooding when the Mississippi River rises above flood stage;
however, the buyouts have removed a significant number of people from the floodplain.
The City of Cape Girardeau has also made channel improvements to a mile of Cape La Croix Creek
and two miles of Walker Branch to reduce flash flooding. A 157-acre dry retention basin was also
constructed in the upper Cape La Croix watershed to help control flash flooding in the City.
Due to these mitigation efforts by the city the probability and severity of a flood are rated as
moderate rather than high as would be expected without such mitigation actions.
During flash flood events, some roads in the city are prone to closure, including Good Hope St,
Whitener, Westerior, Silver Springs, Hawthorne, Mt Auburn, Lexington Ave, Main St,Water St, K,
34, 61, 74, and 177/Big Bend Rd. Additionally, areas around Arena Park are very susceptible to
flood events.
Sinkholes
There is a small amount of sinkholes throughout the city, implying that there is a moderate
probability of another sinkhole forming.The city is currently dealing with a newly formed sinkhole
at the wastewater treatment facility which has the potential to cause substantial damage to the
facility and the environment if not properly handled. However, the city is actively working with
engineers to determine the best course of action and does not anticipate any serious effects to
the facility or environment. Given that this newest sinkhole is the only one in the history of the
city to present a problem the severity of future sinkholes is given a rating of low.
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Wild Fire
Given the amount of undeveloped land in the municipality and historical records there is a high
probability of wild fires occurring; however, such occurrences are anticipated to be of low
severity as the fire department is trained and prepared to quickly subdue any such outbreaks.
City of Jackson
Dam & Levee Failure
There are no dams or major levees within or near the municipality. As such, probability and
severity of a dam or levee failure are rated as low.
Riverine & Flash Flooding
There is a moderate amount of flood prone area shown in the city, though some of that area has
been mitigated by stream channel improvements to Hubble and Goose Creeks and elevating
critical structures above the floodplain. Due to these mitigation efforts by the city the probability
and severity of a flood are rated as moderate rather than high as would be expected without
such mitigation actions.
During flashfloods, some roads in the city are prone to flooding and closure. This includes some
of the streets through City Park (Mary St. and Parkview St), Bainbridge Rd, Jefferson St,
Independence St, Lee Ave, and Hwys 34, 61, and 72.
Sinkholes
There is a small amount of sinkholes throughout the city, implying that there is a moderate
probability of another sinkhole forming. Only a single existing sinkhole lies within 50 feet of a
building and there is no record of sinkholes causing any major damage to buildings in the city's
history. As such, the probability of sinkholes is rated as moderate while the severity of an event
is rated as low.
Wild Fire
Given the amount of undeveloped land in the municipality and historical statistics there is a high
probability of wild fires occurring; however, such occurrences are anticipated to be of low
severity as the fire department is trained and prepared to quickly subdue any such outbreaks.
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3.3.3.2 Public School Districts
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Cape Girardeau 63 School District
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Flooding
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Cape Girardeau 63 School District
Dam & Levee Failure
There are no dams or major levees near jurisdiction-owned structures. As such, probability and
severity of a dam or levee failure are rated as low.
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Riverine Flooding
There are no buildings owned by the district located in flood prone areas. As such, probability
and severity of a flood event are rated as low.
Sinkholes
There are no sinkholes within 50 feet of buildings owned by the district. As such, probability and
severity of a sinkhole are rated as low.
Wild Fire
There is only a single school located near a large massings of dense vegetation, and that school
has a sizable buffer between it and the woodline. As such, probability and severity of a wild fire
are rated as low.
Delta R-V School District
Dam & Levee Failure
There are no dams or major levees near jurisdiction-owned structures. As such, probability and
severity of a dam or levee failure are rated as low.
Riverine Flooding
The Delta High School is partially located within a projected flood prone area. While the
probability of a flood occurring is moderate, due to the small amount of building actually in the
flood area the severity is rated as low.
Sinkholes
There are no sinkholes within 50 feet of buildings owned by the district. As such, probability and
severity of a sinkhole are rated as low.
Wild Fire
There are no large massings of dense vegetation directly adjacent to district owned buildings. As
such, probability and severity of a wild fire are rated as low.
Jackson R-ll School District
Dam & Levee Failure
There are no dams or major levees near jurisdiction-owned structures. As such, probability and
severity of a dam or levee failure are rated as low.
Riverine Flooding
There are no buildings owned by the district located in flood prone areas. As such, probability
and severity of a flood event are rated as low.
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Sinkholes
There are no sinkholes within 50 feet of buildings owned by the district. As such, probability and
severity of a sinkhole are rated as low.
Wild Fire
There are no large massings of dense vegetation directly adjacent to district owned buildings. As
such, probability and severity of a wild fire are rated as low.
Nell Holcomb R-IV School District
Dam & Levee Failure
There are no dams or major levees near jurisdiction-owned structures. As such, probability and
severity of a dam or levee failure are rated as low.
Riverine Flooding
While a portion of district property does lie within a flood prone area there are no buildings
owned by the district located in the prone area. As such, probability of a flood event is rated as
moderate while the severity of a flood event is rated as low.
Sinkholes
There are no sinkholes within 50 feet of buildings owned by the district. As such, probability and
severity of a sinkhole are rated as low.
Wild Fire
There are no large massings of dense vegetation directly adjacent to district owned buildings. As
such, probability and severity of a wild fire are rated as low.
Oak Ridge R-VI School District
Dam & Levee Failure
There are no dams or major levees near jurisdiction-owned structures. As such, probability and
severity of a dam or levee failure are rated as low.
Riverine Flooding
There are no buildings owned by the district located in flood prone areas. As such, probability
and severity of a flood event are rated as low.
Sinkholes
There are no sinkholes within 50 feet of buildings owned by the district. As such, probability and
severity of a sinkhole are rated as low.
Wild Fire
There are no large massings of dense vegetation directly adjacent to district owned buildings. As
such, probability and severity of a wild fire are rated as low.
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property or disrupt University services. Probability is rated as moderate and severity is rated as
low.
Wild Fire
There are no large massings of dense vegetation directly adjacent to school owned buildings. As
such, probability and severity of a wild fire are rated as low.
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Little River Drainage District
Dam & Levee Failure
There are no dams near jurisdiction-owned structures. The district maintains the Little River
Levee, although no district owned structures are within the potential flood zone. Upon the
completion of the Dutchtown buyout the district will maintain the vacant property in the
floodplain, although no structures will remain.As such, probability and severity of a dam or levee
failure are rated as low.
Riverine Flooding
There are no buildings owned by the district located in flood prone areas. As such, probability
and severity of a flood event are rated as low.
Sinkholes
There are no sinkholes within 50 feet of buildings owned by the district. As such, probability and
severity of a sinkhole are rated as low.
Wild Fire
There are no large massings of dense vegetation directly adjacent to district owned buildings. As
such, probability and severity of a wild fire are rated as low.
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EXHIBIT 3.3.3-A Little River Drainage District Location Specific Hazards
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3.3.4 Estimating Potential Losses
3.3.4.1 Repetitive Losses
The following table shows the repetitive loss properties within the county. There have been
numerous properties identified with a total payout of just over$3.7 million dollars.
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EXHIBIT NO. 3.3.4.1-A
CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY REPETITIVE LOSS LISTING
Total Amount Paid
Location of Property Structure Type On Structure
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 124,334.40
CAPE GIRARDEAU 2-4 FAMILY $ 60,252.94
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 7,519.91
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 52,242.45
JACKSON SINGLE FMLY $ 28,723.98
BURFORDVILLE SINGLE FMLY $ 61,697.29
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 16,208.11
WHITEWATER SINGLE FMLY $ 54,163.11
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 22,696.17
BURFORDVILLE OTHR-NONRES $ 32,951.22
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 42,465.33
WHITEWATER SINGLE FMLY $ 22,139.68
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 6,149.55
DUTCHTOWN SINGLE FMLY $ 36,345.43
CHAFFEE SINGLE FMLY $ 44,637.74
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 66,550.30
CHAFFEE SINGLE FMLY $ 17,897.69
WHITEWATER SINGLE FMLY $ 147,570.91
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 45,022.26
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 46,704.75
CAPE GIRARDEAU BUSI-NONRES $ 51,785.48
WHITEWATER SINGLE FMLY $ 44,070.74
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 18,549.69
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 7,332.95
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 46,063.11
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 33,776.56
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 5,103.46
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 7,987.33
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 23,327.38
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 51,347.12
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 43,005.73
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 12,002.25
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 145,260.61
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 35,833.43
CAPE GIRARDEAU ASSMD CONDO $ 17,291.16
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 20,491.04
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CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 33,081.27
CAPE GIRARDEAU ASSMD CONDO $ 24,937.37
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 31,511.83
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 74,216.00
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 119,971.08
CAPE GIRARDEAU ASSMD CONDO $ 241,593.95
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 7,954.21
CAPE GIRARDEAN OTHR-NONRES $ 7,400.00
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 50,649.74
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 30,710.25
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 14,505.90
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 10,208.03
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 5,767.03
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 8,677.85
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 37,647.06
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 66,196.77
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 8,241.18
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 116,057.49
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 15,419.27
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 82,349.14
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 36,135.78
CAPE GERARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 17,239.56
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 112,034.15
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 21,762.26
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 2,872.06
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 35,748.90
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 24,272.15
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 12,472.11
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 119,969.95
CAPE GIRARDEAU ASSMD CONDO $ 118,080.69
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 8,161.79
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 25,326.87
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 12,360.01
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 15,930.54
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 15,050.68
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 8,173.56
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 23,787.88
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 23,834.18
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 3,907.18
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 34,893.05
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 123,861.14
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CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 11,952.30
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 18,479.55
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 9,283.80
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 28,729.96
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 17,807.68
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 6,678.04
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 5,321.02
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 30,689.21
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 15,984.73
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 20,000.00
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 18,810.78
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 20,715.92
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 39,610.55
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 36,303.61
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 33,932.30
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 22,414.75
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 29,006.96
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 19,116.39
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 32,673.61
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 48,900.00
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 49,015.35
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 96,441.25
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 43,455.48
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 25,930.70
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 42,000.00
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 6,157.22
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 27,920.73
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 29,476.94
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 21,000.00
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 30,115.28
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 13,410.54
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 27,501.36
CAPE GIRARDEAU OTHR-NONRES $ 18,702.96
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 8,803.42
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 30,811.50
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 26,231.42
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 5,951.97
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 14,920.61
CAPE GIRARDEAU SINGLE FMLY $ 5,600.05
JACKSON SINGLE FMLY $ 143,434.26
JACKSON SINGLE FMLY $ 11,633.86
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JACKSON SINGLE FMLY $ 45,967.98
JACKSON SINGLE FMLY $ 19,850.16
JACKSON SINGLE FMLY $ 4,862.05
Total $ 4,498,077.42
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3.3.4.2 Loss Estimates
Loss estimates for the county and municipalities were developed based on a structure count
conducted within the county by the University of Missouri, Columbia. The structure count was
made using aerial photography counting any visible structure; therefore, there is some amount
of error inherent in the final figures as structures such as detached garages or sheds were possibly
counted.
Valuation of residences was based on 2014 ACS data for median home value. Commercial and
industrial structure value is based on a multiplier of median home value unique to each
jurisdiction. Public building values based on local officials' determinations. Damage valuation for
all other jurisdictions was made using approximate values for each building type (e.g. school,
office, etc.) as determined by local officials. All valuation methods were based on the methods
used in the previous two updates to the county's HMP and were determined by the HMPC based
on local knowledge.
Estimates for the number of structures impacted by riverine flooding, sinkholes, and wild fires
were calculated using GIS to determine the number of structures inside the floodplain for
flooding and within 50 ft of an existing sinkhole or dense vegetation for sinkholes and wild fires.
Estimates for the number of structures impacted by a dam or levee failure were done using aerial
photography and estimating the number of structures within the estimated inundation zone.
There is currently no data available for inundation zones within the county,therefore, inundation
zones were estimated by the HMPC based on local knowledge.
Estimates for the number of structures and individuals impacted by county-wide hazards (e.g.
25% damage to 10% of structures) were developed using the methodology used in the previous
two updates to the county's HMP and were determined by the HMPC based on local knowledge.
The original intent was to utilize HAZUS software developed by FEMA to develop these damage
estimates. However, at the time of writing, HAZUS has not been updated to work with the most
current version of ArcGIS,which the RPC utilizes.As such, HAZUS was not an option for this plan's
damage estimates, but will be the preferred method for the next 5 year update, assuming it has
been updated.
Therefore,while these loss estimates are not exact,they use a fact-based,clear methodology for
calculation,which was employed during the previous two plan updates.The HMPC believes they
represent a reasonable estimate of a hazard's impact.
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EXHIBIT 3.3.4.2-A County-wide Hazard Damage Estimates
County-wide Hazard Damage Estimates
Base Figures
Count Value
Population 77,031 -
Total Residences 32,771 $4,522,398,000
Total Commercial/Industrial
Sturctures 2,852 $983,940,000
Total Public Buildings 42 $8,400,000
Total Structures 35,665 $5,514,738,000
Affected People & Structures by Hazard
Drought
Estimates based on a drought causing 1%damage to 5%of
structures in the county
Count Damage
Population 3,852 -
Residences 1,639 $2,261,199.00
Commercial/Industrial Structures 143 $491,970.00
Public Buildings 2 $4,200.00
Total Structures 1,783 $2,757,369
Earthquake
Estimatesbased on an earthquake causing,25%.damage to 50%
of structures in the county , h.=. " _..yip;.
Count Damage
Population 38,516 -
Residences 16,386 $565,299,750
Commercial/Industrial Structures 1,426 $122,992,500
Public Buildings 21 $1,050,000
Total Structures 17,833 $689,342,250
Extreme Cold
Estimates based.on,:extreme cold causing1%:damage'to.5%of
structures in the county ' = ;_
Count Damage
Population 3,852 -
Residences 1,639 $2,261,199
Commercial/Industrial Structures 143 $491,970
Public Buildings 2 $4,200
Total Structures 1,783 $2,757,369
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Extreme Heat
Estimates based on extreme heat causing 1%damage to 5%of
structures in the county
Count Damage
Population 3,852 -
Residences 1,639 $2,261,199
Commercial/Industrial Structures 143 $491,970
Public Buildings 2 $4,200
Total Structures 1,783 $2,757,369
1 Severe Thunder Storm
Estimates based on a thunder storm causing 5%damagetto 10%
of the structures in the county
Count Damage
Population 7,703 -
Residences 3,277 $22,611,990
Commercial/Industrial Structures 285 $4,919,700
Public Buildings 4 $42,000
Total Structures 3,567 $27,573,690
a . ' .j ., `. '! 7Tornad`o = 1, $
Estimates based on a tornadotcausJilt,25%damage to 5%of they
structures:irahe county �., ,_ x
Count Damage
Population 3,852 -
Residences 1,639 $56,529,975
Commercial/Industrial Structures 143 $12,299,250
Public Buildings 2 $105,000
Total Structures 1,783 $68,934,225
$fix" - v, . _ _,� � -,
" ;- i- Wm er Storm x ;
Estimates ic i'e a on.a I'M nterrtsi orm*causing,5%damgeato 10%
of�the structures�insthe.courty 4„_ ....c_
Damage
Population 7,703 -
Residences 3,277 $22,611,990
Commercial/Industrial Structures 285 $4,919,700
Public Buildings 4 $42,000
Total Structures 3,567 $27,573,690
Notes:
Base Population from 2014 ACS
Base Total Residences from 2014 ACS
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Base Total Commercial/Industrial Structures based on%of Base Total
Residences and adjusted according to local knowledge
Total Public Buildings from local officials
Damage estimate percentages for each hazard determined by HMPC based on
historical records and local knowledge
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EXHIBIT 3.3.4.2-B County& Municipality Geographically Specific Hazard Damage Estimates
Cape Girardeau County and Municipalities-Geographically Specific Hazards Damage Estimates
IAffected People and Structures
Base Figures Dam Failure Riverine Flooding Sinkholes Wild Fires
Count Value Count Damage Count Damage Count Damage Count Damage
a, Population -. ,. 4-: ',H, 22;725 <,:'r,m.a�_,:' . '~`^ :‘,1.1.9 . 362 0 114
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m : Residential ,..,.R: 49;045 ':,$1,335,502,100 "!F,/;<u48 2°$3,506,708 144 $5,315,431 0 $0 45 $1,669,378
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CCI . Commercial Industrial ,‘""'"'r. ,1•'•4:‘/.4'94 192,107''i;25''004;'i,,sr.-g3 :'*•,, 583,322 7 $656,237 0 $0 2 $240,134
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„.'o Public , ti _ k ,, 6 $3,000,000 G; , 0 ' $0 , 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0
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Dam Failure estimate percentages:50%damage to 50%of all structures in an estimated innundation area
Riverine Flooding estimate percentages:25%damage to 25%of all structures in a flood zone
Sinkhole estimate percentages:10%damage to 5%of all structures within 50ft of a sinkhole
Wild Fire estimate percentages:25%damage to 5%of all structures in forest cover
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EXHIBIT 3.3.4.2-C Public School Districts and SEMO University Geographically Specific Hazard Damage Estimates
Public School Districts&SEMO University-Geographically Specific Hazards Damage Estimates
Affected Structures
Base Figures Dam Failure Riverine Flooding Sinkholes Wild Fire
Structure Structure Structure Structure Structure
Count Estimated Value Count Damage Count Damage Count Damage Count Damage
Cape Girardeau No.63 9 $108,000,000 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0
Delta R-V 2 $24,000,000 0 $0 1 $1,000,000 0 $0 0 $0
Jackson R-II 10 $120,000,000 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0
Nell Holcomb R-IV 1 $12,000,000 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0
Oak Ridge R-VI 2 $24,000,000 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0
SEMO University 60 $1,440,000,000 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0
Notes:
Per building value determined by HMPC and based on local averages
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EXHIBIT 3.3.4.2-C Other Participating Jurisdictions Geographically Specific Hazard Damage Estimates
Other Jurisdictions-Geographically Specific Hazards Damage Estimates
Affected Structures
Base Figures Dam Failure Riverine Flooding Sinkholes Wild Fire
Structure Estimated Structure Structure Structure Structure
Count Value Count Damage Count Damage Count Damage Count Damage
Little River Drainage Dist 1 $100,000 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0 0 $0
Notes:
Per building value determined by HMPC and based on local averages
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CHAPTER 4: HAZARD MITIGATION PROGRAM
Mitigation, as defined by the Merriam-Webster Dictionary is "...to cause to become less harsh or
hostile...to make less severe or painful." As used in this document's context, it is defined as
"...sustained action that reduces or eliminates long-term risk to people and property from natural
hazards and their effects." The purpose of mitigation planning is to lessen the effect of natural
disasters on the community, families, homes, and the economy.
One way to mitigate against certain disasters is to avoid development in areas that are
susceptible to that disaster. Regulations could be passed to prohibit development in a floodplain
for instance. Other measures could be taken to retrofit existing structures with safe rooms or
shelters for protection during tornadoes. The primary goal of mitigation is to keep people and
buildings out of harm's way.
Mitigation versus Preparedness, Response and Recovery
Hazard mitigation planning is designed to include long-term activities to reduce or eliminate a
hazard or its damages. While preparedness, response, and recovery are aimed at dealing with
the effects of a disaster, mitigation is targeted at lessening or eliminating a hazard. Preparedness
deals with a community's activities to develop response and recovery capabilities in the face of
a hazard. Response deals with immediate actions to save lives, protect property, and stabilize
situations resulting from a hazard. Recovery focuses on activities that get the community back
to normal after a disaster.
Mitigation plans benefit the community by saving lives and reducing property damage from
disasters. Each community's mitigation actions will differ to some extent from any other
community's due to the unique circumstances of each community. Mitigation planning should
identify problems and solutions specifically for a particular community.
The community should strive for a multi-objective plan that can address multiple problems with
a single solution. This can tie the mitigation plan in with other plans and objectives of the
community and give it broader support. Once the mitigation plan is in place, the community is
better prepared to take steps to permanently reduce future risk of losses.
The one factor that has become perfectly clear during the hazard mitigation planning process is
that a tremendous amount of information and planning data is available; however, it is very
difficult to obtain. In order to obtain information concerning hazardous materials, population
growth patterns, sales data, employment data, building conditions, road and bridge conditions,
and a variety of other data factors, numerous agencies, businesses and resource documents need
to be accessed.
As a result of this finding, it is further evident that a true GIS system needs to be set up
encompassing the entire county. This system will involve a centrally coordinated database that
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is made available via Internet or linked computer to all responders and decision makers who will
be involved with responding to any future disaster.
The GIS system will incorporate such information as is readily available from the County
Assessor's Office, which includes individual property data, including ownership of the property,
age of any structures,their square footage, and value. This information will be coordinated with
the 911 response and will be readily available to the responder merely by clicking the property
and pulling up the data concerning the building. Additional information in the GIS will include
types of roads to get to the structure and any known hazards in the area, including hazardous
materials stored on-site. The database will also include information concerning any potential
detours enroute to the hazard that would include known weight limits on bridges and locations
of hydrants, conditions and sizes of water lines, the ability to attach pumper trucks to the
hydrants, and flow data for the hydrants. The GIS system will also include information on public
buildings, including floor plans, when available, showing emergency exits; numbers of people
who generally would be in the buildings at peak times, be they customers or employees; and
escape routes for emergency situations.
Since multiple entities will be involved in preparing and maintaining the database for the GIS
system, multiple funding sources will be available for the set up and maintenance of the system.
The County Assessor's Office currently updates all information on each parcel of property at least
on an annual basis. This information should be collected and put in a database that is accessible
to the 911 office and to the emergency responders. It should be in a data form that will be readily
downloadable to the mapping software to allow the GIS manager access and easy update of the
GIS database. Cities that are collecting data on new home construction and reviewing plans
should begin getting copies of the plans in an electronic format that will allow for the floor plans
to be downloaded to the GIS databases to give responders visual images of the escape routes,
particularly for areas where large numbers of people are generally assembled.
A mitigation plan benefits the community by providing it with a guide to actions that need to be
taken following a disaster. It helps to ensure that the proper steps will be taken in the recovery
process and allows the community to make the best use of post-disaster funding to make safety
improvements that will alleviate the effects of future disasters.
The hazard mitigation plan also qualifies the community to access various federal and state
programs to fund mitigation activities. The plan aids in the recovery process by ensuring that the
best mitigation measures are instituted under the stress of the post-disaster urgency to rebuild.
It is essential that local mitigation policy be formalized and focused to minimize the risk of future
devastation and the corresponding impact on the residents and property of the county.This can
only be accomplished by establishing workable goals and objectives that integrate efforts into
one cohesive mitigation strategy and that also take full advantage of public-private partnerships.
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Development of a sound mitigation strategy provides a focus that helps local governments
identify priorities and channel their limited resources toward critical mitigation projects. This
process helps officials make the most effective use of available resources.
The county will continue to enhance its ability to meet its goals and objectives by taking
maximum advantage of the mitigation resources available, both present and future, to reduce
the impact of natural and manmade disasters on the residents and infrastructure of the county.
The county will also continue to vigorously pursue methods to augment existing programs by
exploring and taking advantage of other opportunities, such as public-private partnerships.
The results of the planning process, which include the risk assessment, capability assessment,
goal setting, and identification of mitigation measures, and the hard work of the Hazard
Mitigation Planning Committee (HMPC) led to the action plan that follows.
4.1 HAZARD MITIGATION GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The purpose of this section is to describe the goals and objectives of the county mitigation
program. In order to be effective, these goals and objectives must be achievable and they must
complement other local mitigation strategies. They also play a role in the review and
prioritization of proposed mitigation projects, which must also complement the county's overall
mitigation strategy. Before adopting them, the county evaluated the goals, objectives, and
especially the actions, using the STAPLEE (social, technical, administrative, political, legal,
economic, and environmental) criteria.
It is important that the results of these mitigation efforts are evident to local governments,
public-private partnerships, and the general public. By establishing achievable goals and
objectives, the groups involved in the process can see that their efforts are making a difference
and that success in other mitigation efforts is also possible.
The county reviews these goals and objectives as part of the regular plan update process and
more frequently as needed to reflect current situations.The process used to identify, review,and
update the goals and objectives during the 2021 update is described later in this section.
Section 4.1.1 County Mitigation Goals and Objectives provides the primary goals and objectives
for the county's hazard mitigation program in prioritized order. The county encourages its
partners to consider these mitigation goals when developing mitigation and other plans.
4.1.1 County Mitigation Goals and Objectives
Goal #1: Protect the health, safety,and welfare of county residents.
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Objective 1.1: Maintain a mitigation program that addresses ways to
mitigate loss of life and injury due to disaster events.
Objective 1.2: Support organizations that work to mitigate adverse effects
of disasters
Objective 1.3: Increase public awareness of disaster risks and effective
mitigation measures.
Objective 1.4: Support the development of enabling legislation, programs,
and capabilities of local jurisdictions, agencies, institutions,
and businesses involved in mitigation activities.
Objective 1.5: Educate local officials, agencies, institutions, and
businesses about the benefits of mitigation actions.
Goal #2: Ensure the operation of critical facilities and services.
Objective 2.1: Target mitigation projects that protect key facilities and
services.
Objective 2.2: Educate local officials, agencies, institutions, and
businesses that provide critical services about the benefits
of mitigation actions.
Objective 2.3: Emphasize mitigation techniques during new and
renovation construction of critical facilities.
Objective 2.4: Encourage officials, agencies, institutions, and businesses
to integrate mitigation plan into other plans.
Objective 2.5: Maintain a mitigation program that addresses ways to
disseminate disaster data and information in a timely
manner.
Goal#3: Protect public and private property.
Objective 3.1: Maintain a mitigation program that addresses ways to
mitigate loss of property due to disaster events.
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Objective 3.2: Support organizations that work to mitigate adverse effects
of disasters.
Objective 3.3: Increase public awareness of disaster risks and effective
mitigation measures.
Objective 3.4: Support the development of enabling legislation, programs,
and capabilities of local jurisdictions, agencies, institutions,
and businesses involved in mitigation activities.
Objective 3.5: Educate local officials, agencies, institutions, and
businesses about the benefits of mitigation actions.
Goal #4: Enhance informed decision making of mitigation actions.
Objective 4.1: Maintain a mitigation program that addresses ways to
disseminate disaster data and information in a timely
manner.
Objective 4.2: Foster communication between jurisdictions, agencies,
institutions, businesses, and citizens about disasters and
mitigation.
Objective 4.3: Educate local officials, agencies, institutions, and
businesses about the benefits of mitigation actions.
4.1.2 Process for Identifying, Reviewing, and Updating County Goals
and Objectives
As part of the 2021 plan update, the goals and objectives from the 2011 plan were reviewed to
determine if they still address current and anticipated future conditions. This was accomplished
during the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee meetings. The HMPC evaluated the goals and
objectives based on:
• The updated risk assessment,which includes changes in growth and development, recent
disasters, and analysis of local risk assessments;
• Assessment of changes and challenges in local capabilities since the 2011 plan; and
• Identification of achieved mitigation objectives from the 2011 plan.
The following section describes how the local mitigation plan goals and objectives were reviewed
and considered during the 2021 update. Section 4.3 Mitigation Actions includes detailed and
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updated mitigation measures designed to meet the designated goals and objectives and progress
on these objectives is evaluated in Section 4.3 Mitigation Actions.
The HMPC concluded that the goals and objectives from the 2011 plan remain valid and continue
to guide the county's mitigation strategy,though the Committee felt that the goals and objectives
could be better worded and streamlined. As such, while the goals and objectives have been
reworked the crux of the previous goals and objectives remain. Life safety remains the top
priority.
4.2 CAPABILITY ASSESSMENTS
This section discusses Cape Girardeau County and the municipalities within existing capabilities,
including agencies, programs, outreach and partnerships, and plans and policies, for mitigating
hazards. Capabilities related to development in hazard-prone areas and funding hazard
mitigation projects are also discussed. During the 2021 plan update, the Hazard Mitigation
Planning Team evaluated capabilities by identifying the changes in capabilities since the 2011
plan and assessing the challenges and opportunities for improving capabilities.
4.2.1 Agencies
Cape Girardeau County has an adopted Emergency Operations Plan which is in the process of
being revised. The plan is being developed in cooperation with the communities in the County.
The County's authorization to develop such a plan derives from Chapter 44 of the Revised
Statutes of the State of Missouri. The County has no mitigation policy or program, other than
the restrictions on development in the floodplains of the County.
The County's emergency operations center and emergency management coordinator provide the
capability and organization to handle disasters affecting the County and also to handle mitigation
to lessen the effects of these disasters in the future. All the components are in place to
coordinate these actions between the communities and the County. Emergency services from
throughout the County have coordinated and combined their efforts to prepare the Emergency
Operations Plan.
The small size of most of the incorporated towns in the county makes having extensive municipal
services impractical and inefficient. These towns rely heavily on the county's agencies for hazard
mitigation capabilities.
The following entities, agencies, and organizations play either a primary or supportive role in
hazard mitigation actions:
Cape Girardeau County
County Commission
County EMA
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Sheriff's Department
Highway Department
Rural Fire Districts
Health Department
Ambulance Service
City of Cape Girardeau
Mayor
City Council
Police Department
Fire Department
Public Works
City Administrator
Planning Department
St. Francis Medical Center
Southeast Missouri Hospital
Jackson
Mayor
City Council
Police Department
Fire Department
Public Works
City Administrator
Planning Department
Allenville
Mayor
City Council
Delta
Mayor
City Council
Gordonville
Mayor
City Council
Oak Ridge
Mayor
City Council
Old Appleton
Mayor
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City Council
Pocahontas
Mayor
City Council
Whitewater
Mayor
City Council
4.2.2 Plans, Policies, Regulations, and Initiatives
Cape Girardeau County has an adopted Emergency Operations Plan which is in the process of
being revised. The plan is being developed in cooperation with the communities in the County.
The County's authorization to develop such a plan derives from Chapter 44 of the Revised
Statutes of the State of Missouri. The County has no mitigation policy or program, other than
the restrictions on development in the floodplains of the County.
The County's emergency operations center and emergency management coordinator provide the
capability and organization to handle disasters affecting the County and also to handle mitigation
to lessen the effects of these disasters in the future. All the components are in place to
coordinate these actions between the communities and the County. Emergency services from
throughout the County have coordinated and combined their efforts to prepare the Emergency
Operations Plan.
Again, the small size of most of the communities leaves them with very few avenues to
implement, enforce, or encourage hazard mitigation actions. None of these towns have any kind
of zoning or land use controls available to them.
The following are lists of the various methods the above entities use to help mitigate the effects
of disasters within the county and its municipalities:
Cape Girardeau County
Hazard Mitigation Plan
Emergency Operations Plan
Restriction on Flood Plain Development
City of Cape Girardeau
Hazard Mitigation Plan
Emergency Operations Plan
Comprehensive Plan
Zoning
Building Codes
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Jackson
Hazard Mitigation Plan
Emergency Operations Plan
Comprehensive Plan
Zoning
Building Codes
All Other Municipalities
Hazard Mitigation Plan
Emergency Operations Plan
4.2.3 Funding Capabilities
As previously discussed, the ability of the county and municipalities to fund hazard mitigation
efforts is extremely limited. The vast majority of funds for mitigation projects come from state
and federal programs as citizens are hesitant to pass tax increases for mitigation when they
perceive more immediate issues with which to be dealt. Local businesses are also unlikely to
contribute funds towards mitigation as they believe it to be an issue for local, state, and federal
government to handle. Private investment in mitigation measure typically only affects the public
in cases where the effects of mitigation measures of a business or private community
inadvertently spill over into surrounding areas (i.e. Tornado sirens). This funding limitation
severely hampers local governments' hazard mitigation capabilities, leaving them with mitigation
planning as their most effective capability.
Cape Girardeau County and the municipalities use a variety of sources to fund local mitigation
activities.While most of the funding is from the federal government,some also comes from state
and local levels.
4.2.3.1 Primary Federal and State Funding
Through the wise use of available federal and state funds, made available through a variety of
programs (Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Public Assistance, Federal Unmet Needs, Project
Impact, Flood Mitigation Assistance, Pre-Disaster Mitigation, Community Development Block
Grants, Department of Natural Resources Stormwater Grants, Natural Resources Conservation
Service, and more), the county has been able to successfully mitigate many areas against the
devastating effects of future disasters.
FEMA's three main hazard mitigation programs are the primary sources of current funding for
the county and the municipalities' mitigation activities. These three programs are the Flood
Mitigation Assistance Program, Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, and Pre-Disaster Mitigation
program. Two newer FEMA programs, the Repetitive Flood Claims program and the Severe
Repetitive Loss program, are potential funding sources for the future. All five of these programs
are discussed further in the following pages.
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Flood Mitigation Assistance Program
Program Summary:
The Flood Mitigation Assistance Program (FMA) is a program under FEMA's National Flood
Insurance Program (NFIP). Its purpose is to implement cost-effective measures that reduce or
eliminate the long-term risk of flood damage to buildings, manufactured homes, and other
structures insured under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The FMA provides
planning grants for communities to assess their flood risk and identify actions to reduce it.
Planning grants may be used to develop a new or update an existing flood mitigation plan (this
also applies to the flood hazard portion of multihazard mitigation plans).
Project grants are available for acquisition, structure demolition, or structure relocation with the
property deed restricted for open space uses in perpetuity; elevation of structures; dry
floodproofing of nonresidential structures; and minor structural flood control activities.
Planning grants are available for flood mitigation planning activities.
Amount:
For fiscal year 2007 (October 1, 2006-September 30, 2007), Congress appropriated $31 million
for the FMA. Based on an allocation formula, each state will receive a base amount of$110,000.
Surplus amounts will be distributed based on each state/territory's participation in the NFIP
(number of policies and repetitive loss properties).
Eligibility:
In Missouri, SEMA serves as the applicant for all FMA grants. State-level agencies, federally
recognized Indian tribal governments, and local governments (including state-recognized Indian
tribes and authorized Indian tribal organizations) are eligible to apply to SEMA for assistance as
subapplicants. Individuals and private nonprofit organizations are not eligible to apply to the
state, but a relevant state agency or local community may apply on their behalf. SEMA reviews
and prioritizes subapplications and submits the grant application with subapplications to FEMA
for review and approval.
All subapplicants must be participating and in good standing in the NFIP.
For project grants, subapplicants must have a FEMA-approved flood mitigation plan or
multihazard mitigation plan that meets FMA planning requirements. All activities submitted for
consideration must be consistent with the local mitigation plan as well as the Missouri State
Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Cost-Share Requirements:
FMA funds are provided on a 75 percent federal/25 percent nonfederal cost share basis. The
recipient must provide the 25 percent match, only half of which may be in-kind contributions.
For severe repetitive loss properties, FEMA will contribute up to 90 percent of the total eligible
costs if the state has taken actions to reduce the number of severe repetitive loss properties and
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has an approved state mitigation plan that specifies how it intends to reduce the number of
severe repetitive loss properties.
Requirements:
Recipients of FMA planning grants must produce FEMA-approved flood mitigation plans.
More Information:
Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Program
www.fema.gov/government/grant/fma/index.shtm
SEMA
(573) 526-9100
http://sema.dps.mo.gov/
FEMA Region VII
(816) 283-7063
www.fema.gov/about/contact/regionvii.shtm
SEMA Fund Administrator:
Logistics, Mitigation and Floodplain Management Branch, State Hazard Mitigation Officer
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
Program Summary:
The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) is a FEMA program. Its purpose is to provide funds
to states, territories, Indian tribal governments, and communities to significantly reduce or
permanently eliminate future risk to lives and property from natural hazards. HMGP funds
projects in accordance with priorities identified in state, tribal, or local hazard mitigation plans,
and enables mitigation measures to be implemented during the recovery from a disaster.
HMGP funds can be used for projects to protect either public or private property, as long as the
project fits within state and local government mitigation strategies to address areas of risk and
complies with program guidelines. Examples of projects include acquiring and relocating
structures from hazard-prone areas; retrofitting structures to protect them from floods, high
winds, earthquakes, or other natural hazards; constructing certain types of minor and localized
flood control projects; and constructing safe rooms inside schools or other buildings in tornado
prone areas.
The state may set aside up to 7 percent of the HMGP funds received following a presidential
disaster declaration to develop FEMA-approved mitigation plans.The state may also set aside up
to 5 percent of the HMGP funds to be used to fund the State 5% Initiative Projects.
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Amount:
Federal funding under the HMGP is available following a major disaster declaration if requested
by the governor. The amount of an HMGP grant will depend on the costs associated with each
individual disaster.Since the Missouri State Hazard Mitigation Plan is an enhanced plan,the state
is eligible for up to 20 percent of the total estimated federal assistance provided after a major
disaster declaration. States with standard hazard mitigation plans are eligible for 15 percent for
amounts not more than $2 billion, 10 percent for amounts of more than $2 billion and not more
than $10 billion, and 7.5 percent on amounts more than $10 billion and not more than $35.3
billion.
Eligibility:
HMGP funds are administered by SEMA. Local governments, certain private nonprofit
organizations or institutions, and Indian tribes or authorized tribal organizations are eligible to
apply to SEMA for assistance as subapplicants. Individuals and businesses are not eligible to apply
to the state, but eligible local governments or private nonprofit organizations may apply on their
behalf. SEMA reviews and prioritizes subapplications and submits the grant application with
subapplications to FEMA for review and approval.
For project grants, subapplicants must have a FEMA-approved local mitigation plan. All activities
submitted for consideration must be consistent with the local mitigation plan as well as the
Missouri State Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Cost-Share Requirements:
HMGP funds are provided on a 75 percent federal/25 percent nonfederal cost share basis. The
nonfederal match does not does not need to be cash; in-kind services and/or materials may be
used.
More Information:
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
www.fema.gov/government/grant/hmgp/index.shtm
SEMA
(573) 526-9100
http://sema.dps.mo.gov/
FEMA Region VII
(816) 283-7969
www.fema.gov/about/contact/regionvii.shtm
SEMA Fund Administrator:
Logistics, Mitigation and Floodplain Management Branch, State Hazard Mitigation Officer
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Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program
Program Summary:
The Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) program is a FEMA grant program. Its purpose is to provide
funds to states, territories, Indian tribal governments, and communities for hazard mitigation
planning and the implementation of mitigation projects prior to a disaster event. Funding these
plans and projects reduces overall risks to the population and structures, while also reducing
reliance on funding from actual disaster declarations.
Project grants are available for voluntary acquisition of real property (i.e., structures and land,
where necessary)for open space conversion; relocation of public or private structures; elevation
of existing public or private structures to avoid flooding; structural and nonstructural retrofitting
of existing public or private structures to meet/exceed applicable building codes; construction of
safe rooms for public and private structures; vegetation management (e.g., for wildfire);
protective measures for utilities, water and sanitary sewer systems, and infrastructure; storm
water management projects; and localized flood control projects that are designed specifically to
protect critical facilities and that do not constitute a section of a larger flood control system.
Planning grants are available for new plan development, plan upgrades, and comprehensive plan
reviews and updates.
Amount:
For fiscal year 2007 (October 1, 2006-September 30, 2007), Congress appropriated $100 million
for competitive grants,technical assistance, and program support. Each state will receive at least
$500,000 for subapplication(s). The rest of the money will be awarded to subapplicants on a
competitive basis (nationally).The proposed program budget for fiscal year 2008 is$100 million.
Eligibility:
In Missouri,SEMA serves as the applicant for all PDM grants. State-level agencies, including state
institutions (e.g., state hospital or university); federally recognized Indian tribal governments;
local governments (including state recognized Indian tribes and authorized Indian tribal
organizations); public colleges and universities; and Indian Tribal colleges and universities are
eligible to apply to SEMA for assistance as subapplicants. Private nonprofit organizations and
private colleges and universities are not eligible to apply to the state, but an eligible, relevant
state agency or local government may apply on their behalf. SEMA reviews and prioritizes
subapplications and submits the grant application with subapplications to FEMA for review and
approval.
All subapplicants that have been identified through the NFIP as having a Special Flood Hazard
Area and that have a Flood Hazard Boundary Map or a Flood Insurance Rate Map must be
participating and in good standing in the NFIP.
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For project grants, subapplicants must have a FEMA-approved local mitigation plan. All activities
submitted for consideration must be consistent with the local mitigation plan as well as the
Missouri State Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Cost-Share Requirements:
PDM grants are provided on a 75 percent federal/25 percent nonfederal cost share basis. Small
and impoverished communities may be eligible for up to a 90 percent federal cost-share.
Requirements:
Recipients of PDM planning grants must produce FEMA-approved hazard mitigation plans.
More Information:
Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program
www.fema.gov/government/grant/pdm/index.shtm
SEMA
(573) 526-9100
http://sema.dps.mo.gov/
FEMA Region VII
(816) 283-7063
www.fema.gov/about/contact/regionvii.shtm
SEMA Fund Administrator:
Logistics, Mitigation and Floodplain Management Branch, State Hazard Mitigation Officer
Repetitive Flood Claims Program
Program Summary:
The Repetitive Flood Claims (RFC) program is a FEMA program. Its purpose is to reduce or
eliminate the long-term risk of flood damage to structures insured under the National Flood
Insurance Program (NFIP) that have had one or more claim payment(s) for flood damage.
Project grants are available for acquisition, structure demolition, or structure relocation with the
property deed restricted for open-space uses in perpetuity.
Planning grants are not available.
Amount:
For fiscal year 2007(October 1,2006-September 30, 2007), Congress appropriated $10 million for
the RFC program. RFC grants are awarded nationally without reference to state allocations,
quotas, or other formula-based allocation(s) of funds.
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Eligibility:
RFC funds can only be used mitigate structures that are located within a state or community that
cannot meet the requirements of the FMA for either cost share or capacity to manage the
activities.
In Missouri, SEMA serves as the applicant for all RFC grants. State-level agencies, federally
recognized Indian tribal governments, and local governments (including state-recognized Indian
tribes and authorized Indian tribal organizations) are eligible to apply to SEMA for assistance as
subapplicants. Individuals and private nonprofit organizations are not eligible to apply to the
state, but a relevant state agency or local community may apply on their behalf. SEMA reviews
and prioritizes subapplications and submits the grant application with subapplications to FEMA
for review and approval.
All subapplicants must be participating and in good standing in the NFIP.
Cost-Share Requirements:
All RFC grants are eligible for up to 100 percent federal assistance.
More Information:
Repetitive Flood Claims Program
www.fema.gov/government/gra nt/rfc/index.shtm
SEMA
(573) 526-9100
http://sema.dps.mo.gov/
FEMA Region VII
(816) 283-7063
www.fema.gov/about/contact/regionvii.shtm
SEMA Fund Administrator:
Logistics, Mitigation and Floodplain Management Branch, State Hazard Mitigation Officer
Severe Repetitive Loss Program
(Information is preliminary; guidance has not been released as of this publication.)
Program Summary:
The Severe Repetitive Loss(SRL) program is a FEMA program. Its purpose is to reduce or eliminate
the long-term risk of flood damage to severe repetitive loss residential properties and the
associated drain on the National Flood Insurance Fund (NFIF)from such properties. FEMA defines
SRL properties as residential properties that have at least four NFIP claim payments over$5,000
each, at least two of which occurred within any ten-year period, and the cumulative amount of
such claims payments exceeds $20,000; or that have at least two separate claims payments
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(building payments only) where the total of the payments exceeds the value of the property,
when two such claims have occurred within any ten-year period.
Project grants are available for flood mitigation activities such as acquisition, structure
demolition, or structure relocation with the property deed restricted for open-space uses in
perpetuity; elevation of structures; floodproofing of structures; minor physical localized flood
control projects; and demolition and rebuilding of structures.
Planning grants are not available.
Amount:
The SRL program is authorized for up to $40 million for each fiscal year 2005 through 2009.
Eligibility:
In Missouri, SEMA serves as the applicant for all SRL grants. State-level agencies, federally
recognized Indian tribal governments, and local governments (including state-recognized Indian
tribes and authorized Indian tribal organizations) are eligible to apply to SEMA for assistance as
subapplicants. Individuals and private nonprofit organizations are not eligible to apply to the
state, but a relevant state agency or local community may apply on their behalf. SEMA reviews
and prioritizes subapplications and submits the grant application with subapplications to FEMA
for review and approval.
All subapplicants must be participating and in good standing in the NFIP.
Cost-Share Requirements:
SRL grants are provided on a 75 percent federal/25 percent nonfederal cost share basis. Up to 90
percent federal cost-share funding may be available for projects approved in states, territories,
and federally recognized Indian Tribes with FEMA-approved standard or enhanced mitigation
plans or Indian tribal plans that include a strategy for mitigating existing and future SRL
properties.
More Information:
Severe Repetitive Loss Program
www.fema.gov/government/grant/srl/index.shtm
SEMA
(573) 526-9100
http://sema.dps.mo.gov/
FEMA Region VII
(816) 283-7063
www.fema.gov/about/contact/regionvii.shtm
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SEMA Fund Administrator:
Logistics, Mitigation and Floodplain Management Branch, State Hazard Mitigation Officer
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4.3 MITIGATION ACTIONS
This section introduces the mitigation action categories considered by the county to meet the
goals and objectives of this plan. The categories are provided, followed by background on how
they were identified and prioritized. This section also describes how the action categories were
reviewed during the 2021 update to reflect changes in risk, progress in mitigation efforts, and
changes in priorities. It then describes implementation and the progress in implementation of
mitigation actions.
4.3.1 Actions That Will Be Considered
Mitigation efforts can be classified into the six categories discussed below.
Prevention Measures: intended to keep the problem from getting worse. These measures aim
to ensure that future developments do not increase loses suffered in a hazard. Some examples
of prevention measures are; planning and zoning, open space preservation, land development
regulations, and storm water management.
Property Protection Measures: used to modify buildings subject to hazard risk or their
surroundings. These measures may be inexpensive to implement, and some of the costs might
be shared between government and property owners. Examples of the types of actions that
might be undertaken are acquisition of lands vulnerable to damage from hazards, relocation of
people and buildings from hazard prone areas, and rebuilding or modifying structures to reduce
damages caused by future hazard events.
Natural Resource Protection Measures: intended to reduce the intensity of hazard effects, as
well as to improve the quality of the environment and wildlife habitats. Some examples would
include wetlands protection and erosion and sediment controls.
Emergency Services Measures: designed to protect people before and after an event. Examples
of these measures include warning systems, critical facilities protection, and health and safety
maintenance.
Structural Mitigation Measures: intended to protect people and property at risk. They involve
construction of man-made structures to control hazards. These may include reservoirs; levees,
floodwalls and seawalls; channel modifications; and storm sewers.
Public Information Mitigation Measures: used to inform the public of hazardous conditions and
areas and the measures necessary to avoid potential damage and injury. Some examples of
informational activities to aid mitigation are providing hazard maps and other hazard
information, using the print media and radio/TV spots to provide hazard information, notification
to residents and property owners in hazardous areas, and presentations at meetings and
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neighborhood groups. Other activities could include real estate disclosure or educational classes
for children and adults.
Criteria for Prioritization
The county's most serious natural hazard in the past has been tornadoes/thunderstorms
followed by floods, and severe winter weather. Although a serious earthquake has not occurred
in the County since 1811-1812 they have the potential to be the most devastating disaster and
therefore warrant serious consideration. Extreme heat and cold, drought, dam failures,
sinkholes, and wildfires follow, in no particular order.
The following matrix provides an analysis and prioritization of the county's proposed mitigation
measures. These actions were reviewed according to the STAPLEE criteria, which include social,
technical, administrative, political, legal, economic and environmental considerations. The
Priority column indicates the priority of a project based on its cost-benefit review.
For this update no actions were classified as "Completed." This is due to one of two reasons:
either the action is of an open-ended nature, i.e. maintain mutual aid agreements; or the action
lacked the financial, political, or social backing to be completed, i.e. buying out repetitive loss
properties (financial) or implementing zoning in the county(political/social).
Some actions are more applicable to specific jurisdictions than others; as such, applicable
jurisdictions are noted for each action according to the following coding system:
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Legend
Jurisdiction
A = All Participating Jurisdictions
1 = County and All Municipalities
1.1 = Cape Girardeau County
1.2 = City of Cape Girardeau
1.3 =Jackson
2 =All Public School Districts & SEMO Univeristy
2.1 = Cape Girardeau No. 63 School Dist
2.2 = Delta R-V School Dist
2.3 =Jackson R-II School Dist
2.4 = Nell Holcomb R-IV School Dist
2.5 = Oak Ridge R-VI School Dist
2.6 = Southeast Missouri State Univ.
3 = All Other Participating Jurisdictions
3.1 = Little River Drainage Dist.
Priority-as determined by the HMPC based on STAPLEE scoring and consideration of cost/benefit
ratio.As most all of the actions listed do not have easily defined values for costs and benefits and
most jurisdictions do not have a method of cost-benefit analysis in place, determinations were
made by jurisdictions based on their local knowledge and discussions among HMPC members
about historical and future costs and benefits. For the next plan update, alternative cost-benefit
evaluation methods will be evaluated for effectiveness and efficiency.
High = Project has a low cost/benefit ratio, making it a top priority for applicable
jurisdictions
Med = Project has a moderate cost/benefit ratio, making it important to applicable
jurisdictions, but not a top priority
Low= Project has a high cost/benefit ratio, making it financially difficult to justify
Potential Funding Sources:
L = Local
S = State
F = Federal
P = Private
STAPLEE Challenges (X in box indicates this aspect represents a current or potential obstacle for
the completion of the action.) Determined by the HMPC though discussion of historical and
potential challenges for projects.
Goals - marks the goal(s) addressed by the action
Hazard - Lists the hazards addressed by the action
DL= Dam & Levee Failures
DR = Drought
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EQ= Earthquakes
EC= Extreme Cold
EH = Extreme Heat
FL= Flash & Riverine Flooding
SH =Sinkholes
WW =Severe Winter Weather(Snow, Ice)
TT=Tornadoes and Thunderstorms (Downbursts, Lightning, Hail, Heavy Rains, and Wind)
WF = Wild Fires
Timeframe - the expected amount of time to complete the action, as determined by the
jurisdictions and HMPC
S =Short- less than 1 year
M = Medium - 1-3 years
L= Long-over 3 years
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EXHIBIT NO. 4.3.1-B
CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY EXISTING COMMUNITY PLANS
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Emergency The plan outlines actions to be taken by local government officials and cooperating private or
Operations Plan for volunteer organizations to: 1) prevent avoidable disasters and reduce the vulnerability of Cape
Cape Girardeau Girardeau County residents to any disasters that may strike; 2) establish capabilities for protecting Yes
County and its incor- citizens from the effects of disasters; 3) respond effectively to the actual occurrence of disasters;
porated and 4) provide for recovery in the aftermath of any emergency involving extensive damage within
communities. the County.
All Hazard Mitigation The plan identifies the hazards that put the City of Cape Girardeau & Jackson at risk. The plan
Plan, City of Cape assesses the existing level of mitigation efforts and capabilities of the community and it provides
Yes
Girardeau, Jackson additional recommendations for actions to reduce loss of life, property damage, business losses,
and minimize recovery time.
Cape Girardeau, Comprehensive Plans for the communities listed. Their goals are to conserve sufficient land to meet
Jackson, and the needs of the communities during the planning period, provide a variety of housing to meet the
Pocahontas needs of the residents, provide community facilities to meet the citizens' needs, provide a Yes
transportation system to safely channel traffic within the communities, and provide adequate
recreational facilities for the citizens.
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4.3.2 Process for Identifying, Evaluating, Prioritizing, and Updating
Mitigation Actions
Projects in this plan were identified over years of mitigation planning in the county by various
organizations and agencies. The nature of recent disasters has often dictated the project types
and hazards addressed. In the 1990s, flooding emphasized the importance, and benefits of,
floodplain maintenance, stream clearing and channelization, and levee maintenance and
improvement. Tornado events in more recent years have shifted the local interest from flood
projects to tornado safe rooms.
All of the mitigation actions have proven to be effective based on past experience. Some are
more effective than others. Effectiveness is measured in general terms based on how well the
project meets multiple objectives:
High - mitigates impacts to life safety and property
Moderate- mitigates impacts to life safety only or property only
The county uses STAPLEE (social, technical, administrative, political, legal, economic, and
environmental) to rank mitigation actions:
STAPLEE is used as a screening tool to determine if the project makes sense and is worthy of
consideration and implementation. During the 2021 update, HMPC members used STAPLEE to
update the county's mitigation goals and measures. New proposed mitigation actions developed
during the planning process were presented and the HMPC were given the opportunity to review
each action with the STAPLEE criteria in mind.
When several projects of the same type are considered for funding, the projects with the most
direct mitigation of impacts to life safety are given top priority, in concurrence with this plan's
top goal.
During the 2021 plan update,the HMPC assessed existing actions and developed new actions for
consideration based on the review of:
• Updated risk assessments;
• Goals and objectives;
• Existing local actions, including priorities; and
• Local capabilities
No actions from the 2011 plan were deleted or deferred. Some actions' priority rankings were
adjusted by the HMPC in light of recent hazard events, costs, benefits, and funding availability.
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4.3.3 Mitigation Action Implementation
Implementation of mitigation actions will be accomplished according to the overall mitigation
strategy presented at the beginning of this chapter. Mitigation is implemented in the county,
municipalities, and other jurisdictions through, but not limited to:
• Existing and future plans
• Policies, procedures, and programs
• Budgeting
• County and municipality activities- e.g., safe rooms in schools
• Partnering on federal, state, and local efforts and initiatives, including
public-private partnerships
• Monitoring of pre-and post-disaster opportunities
Cape Girardeau County's primary planning tool is its Capital Improvement Plan
(CIP),which describes the short-term plan for all capital projects in the jurisdiction.
Hazard mitigation actions have been and will continue to be included in the CIP
when appropriate (i.e. for activities for capital projects). Also when appropriate,
the actions and data of this plan have been and will be incorporated into the
county's Emergency Operations Plan and used to modify the floodplain ordinance.
The county has no other planning vehicles in which to incorporate this plan.
Neither the city of Cape Girardeau nor Jackson has updated their comprehensive
plan in the past 5 years. However, the city of Cape Girardeau is anticipating
updating their 8 year old comprehensive plan within the next 5 years, and will
incorporate this plan. When Jackson updates its comprehensive plan it will also
incorporate this plan as needed.This plan will also be incorporated into both cities
economic development plans when considering the economic impact of disasters.
The county and both communities are also a part of the Southeast Metropolitan
Planning Organization (SEMPO); a multi-jurisdictional organization formed to
handle regional transportation planning. The MPO develops both a long-range
transportation plan, the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and a short-
range project program, the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Both of
these documents incorporate this plan concerning transportation issues and
projects related to hazards (primarily flooding).
The school districts and the University all incorporate this plan into their CIPs, as
well as their long- and/or short-range facilities plans. Additionally, the University
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is also a member of SEMPO. The levee district incorporates this plan into its own
emergency response plans when appropriate, and its CIP as well.
Over the years, the county and/or municipalities have partnered in and/or supported many of
the mitigation-related efforts of local, state, and federal agencies, businesses, educational
institutions, and private associations.The following are some examples of these efforts:
• Flood detention/retention basin projects
• Storm water management programs
• River and creek cleanup efforts
• Stream bank stabilization projects
• Dam safety efforts
• Wetlands protection efforts
• Reduction of environmental damage
• Historical areas and property documentations
• protection of endangered species and wildlife
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' flood control programs
• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Weather Radio All
Hazards promotion
• Automatic shutoff valves (gas and water)
• Building codes
• Bridge and highway retrofits and building to seismic design
• U.S. Geological Survey and Department of Natural Resources soil mapping
and seismic studies
• Sanitation and disease prevention
• U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Community safety
programs
• Soil conservation and stabilization
• American Red Cross volunteer programs
• Homeland security programs
• Disaster education in schools
4.3.4 Review and Progress of Mitigation Actions
During the 2021 update to this plan, the status of mitigation actions implemented over the past
five years was evaluated to ensure that the county and its municipalities are making progress
with their mitigation strategy. Progress is measured based on the following variables:
The number of projects implemented over time
The successful disbursement of mitigation grant funds over time
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The disaster losses avoided over time (given a post-disaster event)
Plans, partnerships, and outreach developed over time
The number of projects that incorporate mitigation while meeting other community objectives,
such as a floodplain buyout project that becomes a community park and natural area, is another
measure of success. These are the kinds of projects that gain community buy-in for mitigation
and do not need a disaster to demonstrate tangible benefits.
Another measure of progress is the achievement of mitigation on a day-to-day basis through
activities of the local jurisdictions.
4.3.5 Challenges in Implementation
In general, the county has been very successful in implementing mitigation projects. Funding, or
lack thereof, has been the single biggest challenge in implementing mitigation projects in the
county and municipalities.
Another challenge for the county and municipalities is that it is often difficult to garner the
necessary amount of public support for mitigation actions until after a hazard event has occurred,
leaving the jurisdictions in a more reactive state than a proactive one.
4.3.6 Mitigation Successes
The county and municipalities have been successful at many mitigation measures, though most
are ongoing actions that look to continuously improve upon current conditions. The county and
cities have seen progress with efforts to educate the public about hazard response and mitigation
with the continued support of local schools, employers, and media outlets.
The entire Regional Planning Commission's seven county area, of which Cape Girardeau County
is a part, has funded a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) department inside the RPC. This
department is highly involved in the day-to-day planning efforts of the county, from
comprehensive planning to key facilities inventories to hazard mitigation. As more data is
collected and more local departments and agencies become active in the partnership the GIS
department's ability to assist in hazard mitigation planning will grow exponentially. Other
successes include the construction of a safe room in the new Jackson Civic Center, flood buyouts
in Cape Girardeau County (Dutchtown) and Jackson, the purchase of generators by multiple
jurisdictions.
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CHAPTER 5: PLAN MAINTENANCE PROCESS
This chapter focuses on two aspects of the jurisdictions' involvement in the plan maintenance
process:
• Monitoring, evaluating, and updating the plan
• Monitoring progress of mitigation activities
As with the original 2021 update to the Hazard Mitigation Plan, the public will be invited to all
annual meetings of the HMPC. The public will also be given notice of proposed changes to any
part of the plan and will be provided the opportunity to view the proposed changes and comment
on them prior to the Planning Committee's approval or disapproval through postings at the
county courthouse, city halls, social media, jurisdictions' websites, and the RPC's website. All
meetings will continue to be conducted in accordance and compliance with all Missouri Sunshine
Laws.
5.1 MONITORING, EVALUATING, AND UPDATING THE PLAN
The current Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan is the result of the combined efforts
of the HMPT, the HMPC, numerous agencies and departments of the county and municipalities,
local businesses and organizations, and concerned citizens.
Hazard mitigation planning is a continuous and ongoing process. Policies and procedures
established in this plan reflect the current emergency management and hazard mitigation
philosophy at the local, state, and national level. Changes in hazard mitigation programs and/or
priorities, including changes in legislation and available funding, may necessitate modifications
to this plan. A major disaster could also necessitate modifications to this plan.
5.1.1 Plan Maintenance Process
The following plan maintenance methodology was used for the maintenance of the previous plan
and was found to be highly effective and is therefore being continued for the maintenance of this
plan. During the maintenance process of the previous plan,the HMPC was reconvened on an as-
needed basis by the County EMD.
The HMPC is the lead group responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating the Cape
Girardeau County HMP. Update/review meetings of the HMPC are scheduled by the County EMD
on an as-needed basis to review and update the plan. These meetings will be conducted at a
minimum:
• In the event of a major disaster and/or upon receiving a presidential
disaster declaration, if needed/warranted;
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• As part of the county's hazard mitigation plan review/update every five
years; and
• When required/needed due to changes in federal/state regulations and/or
legislation that impact the hazard mitigation program
In addition to these plan updates, the HMPT monitors the plan, its integration within local
agencies and organizations, progress and setbacks in mitigation activities, and changes in
legislation, regulations,and funding that could impact the plan. If the HMPT feels that the current
environment has changed substantially enough to warrant review of the plan the team may
suggest that a special meeting of the HMPC be called.
Representatives from the various agencies and departments on the HMPC are responsible for
reviewing the plan and providing input and suggested changes based on the mitigation initiatives
being undertaken by their respective organizations.
During updates, local agencies:
• Review hazard mitigation projects and initiatives to ensure there are no
potential conflicts with ongoing agency initiatives,
• Review hazard mitigation projects and initiatives to ensure they
complement the existing mitigation strategy, and
• Review existing state/federal programs to ensure that the county and
municipalities are taking full advantage of possible funding sources in their
implementation of the hazard mitigation program.
A review of plan goals and objectives is also emphasized as part of the regular plan review
process. Additionally, proposed mitigation projects are reviewed to determine how they help
local government meet their established goals and objectives.
Public involvement in the hazard mitigation process is accomplished through open public
meetings as part of the development and review of local hazard mitigation plans.
5.2 MONITORING GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND ACTIVITIES
The Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee will be responsible for monitoring and updating the
goals, objectives, and mitigation actions included in this plan. Each time the Committee meets
according to the schedule in the previous section it will evaluate the appropriateness and status
of all goals, objectives, and mitigation projects in the county while also proposing any additions
to the plan's vision and activities. In the interim, the HMPT will monitor mitigation activities
within the county and report to the Committee its findings, as they relate to the county and
municipalities' goals, objectives, and actions, when necessary.
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Due to the distribution of maintenance responsibilities across all concerned parties there will be
no additional staffing requirements for any government agency or department, private
organization, or the RPC.
Individual agencies and organizations, through their representative on the Hazard Mitigation
Planning Committee, are responsible for monitoring the plan for changes and needs as it relates
to their group's functions and for reporting any such developments to the Hazard Mitigation
Planning Team and/or the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee.
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APPENDIX A: ADOPTION RESOLUTIONS
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