Jacobs Flood IQ flood risk management solution has been introduced to help utilities, cities and government agencies better anticipate, manage and respond to flooding events using artificial intelligence.
The platform combines real-time data integration, predictive modelling and operational intelligence to support faster decision-making and long-term resilience planning.
Jacobs Flood IQ flood risk management uses AI for real-time forecasting
The Jacobs solution applies machine learning to integrate data from across water systems, including rainfall, river levels, coastal conditions and sewer networks.
This enables users to forecast where and when flooding may occur, identify system stress points and plan responses across multiple scenarios.
Flood risk is increasing globally due to climate change, urbanisation and ageing infrastructure, placing additional pressure on water and drainage systems while requiring improved transparency and responsiveness from operators.
Global deployments demonstrate operational impact
Flood IQ builds on technologies already deployed across multiple projects worldwide.
In the UK, work with United Utilities applied machine learning across approximately 78,000 kilometres of sewer network, contributing to a reduction in sewer flooding and pollution incidents.
In the Oxford–Cambridge Arc, AI-driven modelling evaluated a wide range of climate and development scenarios to support long-term flood risk planning. Further deployment with the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority integrated thousands of sensors into a unified storm response platform to improve coordination during extreme weather events.
Supporting resilience and infrastructure planning
The platform provides a unified operational view by combining hydraulic models, sensor data and AI analytics, enabling utilities to move beyond static modelling towards continuous system insight.
Flood IQ also integrates with existing digital tools, including Aqua DNA and Flood Modeller, supporting a broader ecosystem approach to flood resilience.
As climate pressures intensify, digital platforms such as Flood IQ are expected to play an increasing role in helping utilities and cities reduce flood impacts, maintain service continuity and guide infrastructure investment.
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