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Flooding in San Francisco: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
San Francisco is well known for its hills, but flooding is an acute issue nonetheless for residents and businesses. Between rising tides along the waterfront, winter storms sweeping in from the Pacific, and overwhelmed drainage systems in older neighborhoods, the city is no stranger to water damage. Climate change and sea-level rise are only increasing the risk.
What catches many homeowners off guard is that standard homeowners' insurance does not cover flood damage. Whether you live near the Bay, close to creeks, or even inland in low-lying valleys, you need a separate flood insurance policy to stay financially protected.
Flood Zones in San Francisco
Flood risk is different in different locations throughout San Francisco, with FEMA maps defining both high-risk and moderate-to-low-risk zones. Buildings in Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) — such as Zone AE or Zone VE — are designated as high-risk, and flood insurance is typically mandated if the building has a federally insured mortgage.
A few of the neighborhoods with a higher flood risk in San Francisco are:
- Mission District (ZIP 94110) – recurring street flooding because of inadequate drainage.
- SOMA & South Beach (ZIPs 94103, 94105) – near the Bay, exposed to storm surges and sea-level rise.
- Bayview–Hunters Point (ZIP 94124) – low-lying coastal areas with repeated flooding.
- Marina District (ZIP 94123) – at risk from both tidal surges and earthquake-related liquefaction.
- Ocean Beach & Sunset (ZIPs 94116, 94122) – winter storms and Pacific surf create flood hazards.
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Even in moderate-risk zones (Zone X), flooding is possible. In fact, FEMA notes that nearly 40% of flood insurance claims nationwide come from outside high-risk areas.
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When is flood season in San Francisco ?
San Francisco’s flood season is most active from November through March, when heavy Pacific storms bring intense rainfall and strong winds. These winter rains have a tendency to overwhelm older storm drains and result in flash flooding within flat neighborhoods.
In addition, king tides and sea-level rise pose increasing threats year-round along the Embarcadero, Mission Bay, and other waterfront areas. While the city is actively working on climate adaptation, property owners should not rely on infrastructure improvements alone. Getting their homes protected by flood insurance is a prudent way for homeowners in San Francisco to offset the financially devastating effects of floods.
Common causes of flooding in San Francisco
San Francisco flooding can occur due to various causes, sometimes combining during large storms:
Heavy Pacific storms – heavy rain overwhelms city drainage.
King tides & sea-level rise – water overflows up along the Bay shoreline.
Coastal flooding – winter surf and storms affect western areas.
Creek and groundwater flooding – smaller creeks can overflow, and high water tables flood basements.
Even houses uphill aren't safe; water will run downhill and collect in unexpected places, inundating garages and lower floors. In a coastal city such as San Francisco, where coastal flooding, urban runoff, and rising sea levels all converge, flood insurance is a necessary protection. Whether you reside in a high-risk area or a hillside house, coverage will prevent you from having to absorb catastrophic out-of-pocket losses when the water rises.
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