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Explore the locations and types of sinkholes in Florida with this interactive map from the Department of Environmental Protection. Learn about the natural and human factors that influence sinkhole formation and distribution.
An interactive map displaying sinkhole events occurring in Florida ranging from 1948 to 2017. Layers representing key dimensions that drive sinkhole occurrence are incorporated for examination including Geology, Population Density, and Water Table Depth.
Sinkhole coverage is typically included in Florida homeowner’s insurance policies, but the specific terms and coverage amounts can vary. In general, sinkhole damage to the structure of your home and its foundation may be covered, but damage to other structures or personal property may not be covered unless you have additional coverage.
About Florida Sinkholes If there is a risk of physical harm, please call your local law enforcement agency The Florida Department of Environmental Protection does not inspect possible sinkholes. Many common questions involving sinkholes are answered by DEP's Sinkholes FAQ. Should you have additional questions, you may call the FGSSinkhole Helpline at 850-245-2118.
Sinkholes of Charlotte County, Florida , 1948 to 2007 This map was created by FCIT and represents reported sinkhole events in Charlotte County based on data gathered by the Florida Geological Survey (FGS) and the Florida Sinkhole Research Institute (FSRI) between 1948 and 2007.
Jul 13, 2021 · Florida Sinkhole Map: Where Have Incidents Been Reported In The State? Published Jul 13, 2021 at 11:57 AM EDT Updated Jul 13, 2021 at 4:24 PM EDT. By Khaleda Rahman . National Correspondent.
Jul 18, 2019 · The map above shows the locations where sinkholes have occurred in Florida. Sinkholes have, and always will be an issue that Florida faces when looking to expand infrastructure. One reason these are common in Florida is due to the karst rocks like limestone & dolomite that lay beneath the Florida, in combination with lowering levels of the ...
From original map introduction: Sinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas underlain by limestone and other rock types that are soluble in natural water. The term sinkhole is used for closed depressions in the land surface that are formed by surficial solution or by subsidence or collapse of surficial materials owing to the solution of near-surface limestone or other soluble ...
Jun 10, 2023 · According to the sinkhole map, or subsidence incident report map, there are a number of reports throughout the Tampa Bay area and up into North Florida. Users who click on the different circular ...
Sep 2, 2023 · Sinkhole Zones in Florida. Zone 1 (Yellow): This region consists of exposed or thinly-covered carbonate rocks. Broad and shallow sinkholes are common in this area. Cities in the zone 1 region include Miami, Coral Springs, Hialeah, and Hollywood. Zone 2 (Green): This region has permeable sand that varies in thickness from 20 to 200 feet.
