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Inland bridges rise to meet flood risk across the nation
Des Moines hosts a restored century-old train trestle now raised 4 1/2 feet at a 3 million cost after flood forecasts nearly doubled previous estimates. Climate change is cited as a likely cause, with cities inland from coastlines raising or replacing bridges to stay above floodwaters. FEMA funds flood mitigation while officials warn of rising costs and evolving planning for inland urban areas.
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Amy Corps of Engineers
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Texas
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Nevada
Jim Schwab
Hazards Planning Center
American Planning Association
Federal Emergency Management Agency
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FEMA
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