Hazard Score
42 Catastrophes Recorded
Eldorado, Iowa
4 Land Tracts in Fayette County , Turkey Watershed
Eldorado, Iowa, located in Fayette County, has a relatively low natural disaster and climate risk score. The area experiences moderate precipitation levels and moderate climate conditions, with a low risk of hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic activity. The region's topography, characterized by rolling hills and fertile farmland, contributes to its lower risk profile.
The town of Eldorado is situated near the Upper Mississippi River, which can pose a flooding risk during periods of heavy rainfall. Additionally, the presence of the Turkey River and several smaller water bodies in the vicinity increases the potential for localized flooding events. While the area is not prone to extreme weather events or geological hazards, residents should remain cautious during severe weather seasons.
Overall, Eldorado's natural disaster and climate risk assessment is influenced by its location within the Upper Mississippi-Maquoketa-Plum hydrologic region. The region's favorable climate, low occurrence of extreme events, and minimal geological features contribute to its relatively low hazard risk. However, residents should still stay informed about local weather patterns and take precautions during times of increased precipitation to mitigate any potential risks.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
2
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
0
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
2
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Fayette, Iowa faces relatively low natural disaster and climate risks, with a risk rating of 56.06 out of 100. The area is prone to thunderstorm events, with a frequency of 61.69 occurrences per year, but with a very low risk rating of 15.77. The region also experiences hail events, with 4.75 occurrences per year, resulting in a moderate risk rating of 91.89. These factors contribute to the overall risk score for Fayette.
Specific climate factors in Fayette include a relatively low risk of flooding events, with a risk score of 75.98, and a relatively high risk of severe wind events, with a risk score of 89.66. The area's proximity to water bodies like rivers and lakes may contribute to the flood risk, while the lack of significant geological features such as fault lines or mountain peaks reduces the risk of seismic events. Historical data indicates that the region has ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
019071
2019-04-15
019044
2019-04-06
019027
2019-04-02
019020
2019-03-31
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2017-07-21
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2016-08-24Hailstorm
2015-05-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2014-06-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-05-25Hailstorm
2013-04-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Flooding
Dam Failure, Heavy Rain
2010-07-25Tornado
2009-08-19
Hailstorm
2009-07-24
Hailstorm
2009-07-24
Hailstorm
2009-07-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-02-28Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Hailstorm
2007-06-21
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-05-22Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-06-04Hailstorm
2002-04-18
Hailstorm
2001-06-18
Tornado
2001-04-11
Hailstorm
2000-08-01
Hailstorm
1999-05-16
Hailstorm
1999-05-16
Hailstorm
1998-06-27
Hailstorm
1998-05-15
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-03-22Hailstorm
1991-06-14
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-07-28Tornado
1990-06-12
Tornado
1990-06-12
Hailstorm
1989-05-30
Tornado
1983-07-03
Tornado
1971-06-24
Hailstorm
1955-05-06