Question

Which among the following defines probable maximum flood?

• A. Maximum flood occurred in last 100 years in the area
• B. Maximum flood occurred in last 1000 years in the area
• C. An estimation of the largest possible flood that could occur at a particular location
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B Maximum flood occurred in last 1000 years in the area

The Probable Maximum Flood (PMF) is an estimate of the largest possible flood that could occur at a particular location, under the most severe meteorological and hydrological conditions as they are currently understood.