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Leverage flood mitigation infrastructure investments for recreation, transportation and community health benefits. By incorporating resilience design principles, these projects can provide storm protection and serve as recreation and transportation assets.

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Hazards
Flooding – General
Assets
Multiple or All Assets
Focus of action
Community Resources, Transformative Strategies, Resilience Hubs

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