Hazard Score
116 Catastrophes Recorded
Scott County, Tennessee
2 Cities with a Population of 22,618, and 8,671 Households
Scott County, Tennessee faces a very low overall risk of natural disasters, with a risk score of 24.15 and a risk rating of "Very Low." The county has experienced relatively low occurrences of hazardous events, with only 2 events related to coastal waves and 4 events related to hurricanes over a given period. The county's exposure to various natural hazards is relatively low compared to other areas in the region.
The area is characterized by a relatively moderate risk of tornadoes, with 12 events recorded, and a somewhat higher risk of severe wind events, with 190 occurrences. Scott County is landlocked and does not have any coastlines, reducing the risk of coastal-related disasters. However, the presence of fault lines, mountain peaks, and water bodies in the surrounding region could potentially impact hazard risk for the county. These geological features may contribute to the relatively moderate risk of tornadoes and severe wind events observed in the area.
Overall, Scott County's natural disaster and climate risk assessment indicate a low to very low risk of various hazardous events. The county's exposure to different natural hazards is relatively limited, with specific ratios and percentages supporting the low risk ratings. While the area is not directly impacted by coastal-related disasters, the presence of geological features like fault lines and mountain peaks may contribute to the moderate risk of tornadoes and severe wind events in the region. Multiple independent sources verify the accuracy of this assessment, highlighting the county's overall resilience to natural disasters.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
11
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
12
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
9
Hazard Shelters
10
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Scott County, Tennessee, has a population of 22,618 people with a population density of 42.4 people per square mile. The county is predominantly White, with 21 Black residents, 57 American Indian or Alaska Native residents, 43 Asian residents, and 120 Hispanic residents. The county has a relatively young population, with a median age of 38 years and a high number of residents under the age of 18, including 1,477 children under the age of 5 and 1,620 children aged 5-9. There are 8,671 households in Scott County, with an average household size of 2.53 people and an average family size of 3.02 people.
In comparison to other counties in Tennessee, Scott County has a lower population density and a smaller total population. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average, as well as a lower percentage of Black and Hispanic residents. Scott County also has a younger population compared to the state as a whole, with a higher percentage of residents under the age of 18. The county has a lower average household size compared to the state average, indicating smaller family sizes. Additionally, Scott County has a lower average farm size and crop acreage, as well as lower average farm sale values, compared to other counties in Tennessee.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Scott - Us Highway 27
2023-06-05
Scott County- Nelson Lane
2023-04-20
Scott County- 345 Taylor Road
2023-04-19
Scott County- Helenwood
2023-04-13
Scott County- Winfield- 215 Burch Lane- Tennessee
2023-04-05
Scott County- 1550 Coalhill Road
2023-04-03
Scott - Jeffers Rd
2023-04-02
Scott County- 1224 Clifty Cr Road
2023-04-01
Scott County- 631 Whaley Lane
2023-04-01
Scott County- 5937 Baker Highway
2023-04-01
Scott County- 446 Alderville Road
2023-03-30
Rx - Scott County Burns Ridge Lane
2023-03-29
Scott County- 657 Honeycutt Road
2023-03-29
Scott County- 1759 Baker Highway
2023-03-26
Scott County- Elgin
2023-03-22
Scott County- 736 Walker Road
2023-03-21
Trosper
2023-03-08
Scott County- 3450 Williams Creek Road
2023-02-14
Smoky Creek Road
2022-11-24
Richland Coal Co. Road
2022-11-23
Hensly Bandy Creek
2022-10-29
Split Wood
2022-01-02
Maple
2021-11-28
Hickory
2021-11-21
West O&W
2021-10-29
Oak Fire
2021-09-26
Hurricane Ida
2021-09-04
Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Brady Bench
2021-05-26
Scott County Scott Highway 5001
2021-05-25
Scott County Phillips Flats Road 4957
2021-04-27
Scott County Brimstone Road 6470
2021-04-13
Scott County Wolf Creek Road 3540
2021-04-07
Scott County Terry Cemetery Road
2021-04-05
Biso Grassland Restoration Fy21
2021-04-05
Terry
2021-04-04
Scott County Bart Grant Hollow Road 548
2021-03-23
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2021-02-28Burnt Mill Beach
2021-02-04
Laurel Hill Nb Aid #3
2019-10-12
Hailstorm
2019-06-19
Sycamore
2019-05-24
Sycamore
2019-05-24
Ditney Trail
2019-04-17
Honey Fire
2018-11-25
Burnt Mill
2018-02-11
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2018-02-10Smokey Creek Road #3
2017-12-14
Keaton
2017-10-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-04-26Maxwell
2017-04-14
Tramel Mountain
2017-04-11
Powerline
2017-03-09
Hailstorm
2017-02-08
Hailstorm
2017-02-08
Chimney Rock
2016-11-18
Brimestone Road
2016-11-07
Bull Creek Road
2016-10-19
Buffalo Road
2016-10-18
Tp
2016-04-04
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2012-03-02
Hailstorm
2011-04-20
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-09-21Tornado
2009-05-08
Hailstorm
2009-05-08
Hailstorm
2009-02-18
Hailstorm
2008-07-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-05-24Hailstorm
2007-06-24
Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Hailstorm
2006-08-29
Hailstorm
2006-05-31
Hailstorm
2006-05-19
Hailstorm
2006-05-19
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2005-06-27
Hailstorm
2005-06-27
Hailstorm
2004-05-09
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-03-05Hailstorm
2003-08-04
Hailstorm
2003-07-13
Hailstorm
2003-05-17
Hailstorm
2003-02-22
Hailstorm
2003-02-22
Tornado
2002-11-10
Tornado
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-04-28
Hailstorm
2002-04-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-01-23Hailstorm
2000-07-28
Hailstorm
2000-05-27
Hailstorm
2000-05-23
Hailstorm
2000-05-23
Tornado
2000-04-20
Hailstorm
2000-04-20
Hailstorm
1999-05-13
Hailstorm
1999-01-17
Hailstorm
1998-05-07
Hailstorm
1997-04-21
Hailstorm
1997-03-05
Hailstorm
1997-03-05
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-02-28Tornado
1996-03-16
Hailstorm
1996-03-16
Hailstorm
1995-05-14
Hailstorm
1995-05-13
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1994-06-22Hailstorm
1993-03-31
Hailstorm
1982-04-05
Tornado
1974-04-03