Functional Criticality for Hazard Mitigation

Identifies and ranks critical community lifelines—such as hospitals, utilities, and major supply hubs—based on their functional importance.

Informs regional and state hazard mitigation planning by focusing resources where they’ll have the greatest impact.

Proactive Mitigation: Pinpoint and strengthen the most essential facilities before disaster strikes.

Budget Optimization: Invest limited mitigation funds in the highest-priority infrastructure.

Strategic Resilience: Ensure continuity of lifesaving and community-sustaining services when crises hit.