The Letter 'F':  Fiscal: The Economic Impact of Beaches  Flood Peak: The highest flow level or discharge in a flood event.  Floodplain: A level area near a river or stream channel, constructed by the river in the present climate, and overflowed during moderate and higher flow events. *     *     *     SURFRIDER and the SURFRIDER LOGO are registered service marks of Surfrider Foundation Copyright © 2002 Surfrider Foundation All rights reserved