HEC-FIA

HEC-FIA (Hydrologic Engineering Center's Flood Impact Analysis) is a software developed by the Hydrologic Engineering Center of the United States Army Corps of Engineers. The purpose of HEC-FIA is to simulate potential flood hazards and their impacts on the environment and human infrastructure.

The software uses a variety of datasets such as topographic maps, land use maps, soil maps, rainfall data and stream rating curves to estimate flood characteristics. It then derives flood depth and extent by combining these estimates with hydraulic data in order to examine potential threats associated with flooding events.

HEC-FIA is designed for use by professional engineers, hydrologists, planners and others who have a need to assess the potential impacts of flooding on specific locations. It is also used for risk assessment, mitigation planning, and to inform emergency management and response.

HEC-FIA is a powerful tool for modeling and analyzing flood hazards, providing valuable information for decision-makers and stakeholders involved in managing flood risks and protecting people and property from the consequences of flooding.