Damage Description and Dimensions: Category of Work

The development of Detailed Damage Descriptions and Dimensions depends on how FEMA categorizes the work. FEMA uses the following categories to organize types of eligible work:

  • Emergency Work (Completed within 6 months of disaster declaration)
    • Category A: Debris Removal
    • Category B: Emergency Protective Measures
  • Permanent Work (Completed within 18 months of disaster declaration)
    • Category C: Roads and Bridges
    • Category D: Water Control Facilities
    • Category E: Buildings and Equipment
    • Category F: Utilities
    • Category G: Parks, Recreational Facilities, and Other Items

FEMA uses separate Site Inspection Reports for each category of work in order to capture details unique to each category.