Hazard Score
94 Catastrophes Recorded
Summit County, Colorado
0 Cities with a Population of 31,080, and 11,754 Households
Summit, Colorado has a very low overall natural disaster and climate risk assessment, with a risk rating of very low. Specific climate factors for the area include a relatively low risk of floods, wildfires, and lightning strikes. The region's relatively high altitude and mountainous terrain provide a natural buffer against certain hazards, contributing to the low risk scores. Summit County's location inland and lack of a coastline also contribute to the low risk of certain events such as hurricanes and tsunamis.
The area is not prone to volcanic activity, with no reported events in recent history, contributing to the very low risk rating for volcanic hazards. Though summit County does have fault lines within the region, the risk of earthquakes is relatively low, with no expected annual losses due to seismic activity. The presence of water bodies like Dillon Reservoir and the Blue River can potentially pose flooding risks, but historical events in the area show a relatively low frequency of such occurrences.
Overall, Summit, Colorado's natural disaster and climate risk assessment is very low, with a focus on mitigating risks from hail storms, snow winds, and landslides. The region's topographical features, including mountain peaks and water bodies, play a significant role in the low risk scores across various hazard categories. While the area is not immune to natural disasters, historical data and geological features indicate a relatively low likelihood of significant events impacting the community.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Very Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
29
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
16
Water Bodies
1
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
9
Hazard Shelters
11
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
4
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Summit County, located in Colorado, has a population of 31,080 and a population density of 50.2 people per square mile. The population is predominantly White, with 80.8% of the population identifying as such. The Hispanic population makes up 12.8% of the total population, while individuals of multiple races account for 1.4%. The median age in Summit County is relatively young at 36.4, with a slightly higher median age for females at 37 compared to males at 36. The average household size is 2.36, and families make up 55.6% of households in the county. The homeownership rate is 25.4%, with 25.3% of households being occupied by renters. Summit County has a total of 11,754 households and 29,842 housing units, with a vacancy rate of 60.6%.
Compared to other counties in Colorado, Summit County has a higher population density at 50.2 people per square mile, which is above the state average of 52.8 people per square mile. The county also has a higher percentage of White residents at 80.8% compared to the state average of 69.3%. The Hispanic population in Summit County is slightly lower than the state average of 21.3%. Summit County has a higher average household size of 2.36 compared to the state average of 2.52, and a lower homeownership rate of 25.4% compared to the state average of 63.9%. Additionally, Summit County has a higher vacancy rate of 60.6% compared to the state average of 11.6%, indicating a potentially higher rate of seasonal or vacation homes in the area.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Missouri
2023-07-17
Prospect
2023-07-14
Lily Pad
2023-07-09
Lincoln Park
2023-07-05
Snake
2023-05-12
Cemetery Trail
2022-09-09
Swan River
2022-07-15
8 Iron
2022-06-20
Keystone Gulch
2022-05-07
Ptarmigan
2021-09-27
Windy Point
2021-09-10
Williams
2021-08-14
Straight Creek
2021-06-11
Shooting Range Command
2021-04-11
Triple Threat
2021-01-13
Middle Cut
2021-01-12
Fy21 Ez Piles
2020-11-05
Spruce Creek
2020-10-12
Deep Creek Fire
2020-10-07
Recco
2020-10-06
Curtain Pond
2020-10-03
Salmon
2020-10-02
Webster
2020-09-28
Wheeler
2020-09-25
Ten Mile
2020-08-22
Cookshack
2020-08-17
Dice Hill
2020-07-20
Milemarker 210
2020-06-24
Lowry
2020-05-12
Breck Fhf-Unit 427
2020-02-03
Aster
2020-01-12
Keystone Gulch
2019-10-29
Boreas
2019-09-18
Burro Trailhead
2019-08-23
Revenue Mountain
2019-08-19
Powerpole
2019-08-12
Horseshoe
2019-07-23
Porcupine
2019-06-11
Rx Ez Piles
2018-10-25
Webster
2018-09-23
Frey Gulch
2018-09-09
Mm191
2018-06-29
Buffalo
2018-06-12
Incline
2018-05-11
Pasture Creek
2017-11-06
Buffalo Mtn
2017-10-08
North Fork 2
2017-09-19
Tenderfoot 2
2017-09-18
Waterline
2017-09-08
Wheeler
2017-09-05
Gore Fire
2017-09-04
Frey Gulch 2
2017-09-03
Gray Eagle
2017-09-01
Soda
2017-08-27
Ski Trail
2017-08-20
Keystone Gulch
2017-08-19
Stable Fire
2017-08-19
Eaglesmere
2017-08-11
Frey Gulch 1
2017-08-06
Baldy
2017-07-07
Independence
2017-07-05
Peak 2
2017-07-05
Huffer
2017-07-02
Prospector
2017-07-02
Spruce Creek
2017-06-25
Ten Mile
2016-10-10
Frey Gulch 2
2016-10-08
Eaglesmere
2016-09-26
French Gulch
2016-09-12
Keystone Road
2016-09-04
Gold Hill
2016-08-02
Ute Pass
2016-07-31
West Ridge
2016-07-25
Ophir
2016-07-15
Frey Gulch
2016-07-06
Snake River
2016-06-27
Powerline 2
2016-06-16
Frey Gulch
2015-11-03
Brush Creek
2015-10-02
Bob
2015-09-20
Ponds
2015-09-15
Spruce Creek
2015-09-13
Middle Willow Creek
2015-08-31
Everest
2015-08-23
Sunrise
2015-08-09
Royal
2015-07-04
Sun
2015-06-21
Miners Cabin
2015-06-20
Little Swan
2015-06-17
Cabin
2014-09-19
Barton
2014-09-17
Peninsula
2014-08-13
Flooding
Monsoon Rain
2013-09-12Hailstorm
1988-06-12