There are numerous ways for sea level rise to be monitored, including several free web based modeling processes. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides access to bathtub models, which show direct change based on elevation and a set rise in the base sea level against current elevation. In addition to this Sea Level Rise viewer, NOAA offers access to the Sea, Lake, and Overland Surges from Hurricanes (SLOSH) model. This model provides a view of the threat to various locations based on the elevation above sea level, using a color scheme to display the level of threat of any storm strength to an elevation in a specific location. This is a solid model to predict storm surge and determine what areas will be affected by each strength of storm. There are always discrepancies within any data set, due to the shifting and dynamic coastal environment, where offshore formations will affect waves and the consequent surge. This concern is not limited to the nearshore, as onshore structures, from revetments and seawalls, as well as green infrastructure (mangroves, dunes), also provide a level of protection from a surge.

The NOAA Coastal Flood Exposure Mapper is an online visualization tool that supports communities that are assessing their coastal hazard risks and vulnerabilities. The tool creates a collection of user-defined maps that show the people, places, and natural resources exposed to coastal flooding. The maps can be saved, downloaded, or shared to communicate flood exposure and potential impacts. In addition, the tool provides guidance for using these maps to engage community members and stakeholders. In partnership with other organizations, the South Florida Regional Planning Council (SFRPC) has produced the following information sheet and handout that help guide users when accessing the NOAA Coastal Flood Exposure Mapper.