Resource hub
Authorities & Official Sources Index
Every page on this site summarizes — never replaces — official guidance. This index points directly to the primary sources, grouped by agency, so you can verify any claim at its source.
DOEE — Department of Energy & Environment
The District agency responsible for floodplain management, stormwater, and the DC Flood Risk Tool.
- DOEE — Home
Floodplain management, stormwater, environmental programs.
- DC Flood Risk Tool (dcfloodrisk.org)
Interactive map of current and future (2080) flood risk by address.
- DOEE — RiverSmart Homes
Residential stormwater retrofits, rain barrels, and fee discounts.
DC Water
The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority — the water and sewer utility serving the city.
- DC Water — Home
Utility services, billing, and emergencies.
- DC Water — Emergencies & Report a Problem
Main breaks, sewer backups, leaks. 24-hour line: (202) 612-3400.
- DC Water Open Data Portal
Water main breaks and infrastructure datasets and maps.
DC Department of Buildings (DOB)
The agency that issues construction, plumbing, gas, and demolition permits in the District.
- DOB — Home
Permitting, inspections, and building regulation.
- DOB — Permits
Permit types, applications, and requirements.
DLCP — Licensing & Consumer Protection
The agency that licenses contractors and businesses and operates the Scout license-search system.
- DLCP — Home
Business and occupational licensing, consumer protection.
- Scout — License Verification
Look up and verify a DC contractor or business license.
HSEMA & AlertDC
The Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency — emergency alerts, preparedness, and flood warnings.
- HSEMA — Home
Emergency management, preparedness, and hazard information.
- AlertDC
Free emergency notification signup for District residents.
DC 311 / Office of Unified Communications
The District's non-emergency service-request channel for street flooding, drains, and city services.
- DC 311 Online
Report street/storm-drain flooding and request city services.
FEMA & the NFIP
The federal agency that publishes flood maps and administers the National Flood Insurance Program.
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Official FIRM panels and flood-zone lookups for any address.
- FloodSmart (NFIP)
National Flood Insurance Program — coverage, costs, and claims.
DC Water Damage Resource is independent and not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of the organizations listed here. Links are provided for verification and further reading.