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15 C'~2051 l~ ~ . in the flood plain during flood periods, Nevertheless, building codes can only be of assistance to new buildings and the existing buildings will continue to be damaged by floods. Flood proofing measures can be applied effectively to both existing and future structures. These may include elevation of the structures, site adjustments, and structural design changes, Since practically the whole community lies within the flood plain, the cost of flood proofing the existing structures would be prohibitive. Urban redevelopment can be used in changing areas to floodways that are a drain on the community's econo~. However, in the town of Holly this method of flood control would be infeasible because the flood plain is so large the entire town would have to be redeveloped. Although non-structural flood plain management techniques are not recommended as a solution to the flood problems, local officials should consider such measures to augment any flood protection plan. Protection against flooding at Holly can be provided by storage of floodwaters at reservoir sites. Single purpose flood control reservoirs were considered on Wild Horse Creek, Two Butte Creek, and the Arkansas River at the sites shown on Plate 2. Preliminary investigations revealed that to provide standard project flood control, project first costs would be $6,800,000 for the Wild Horse site, $16,700,000 for the Two Butte site and $40,000,000 for the Arkansas River site. In addition to the high costs, unless all three sources of flooding are controlled, the town of Holly would remain vulnerable to those not controlled, Multiple purpose development of the reservoirs to satisfy the irrigation and recreation needs of the area was also considered. However, . local interests do not presently have rights to store additional water