Hazard Score
185 Catastrophes Recorded
Gordon County, Georgia
1 Cities with a Population of 58,964, and 19,715 Households
Bartow County, Georgia has a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with specific hazards such as thunderstorms, flooding, and tornadoes being more prevalent. The county experiences an average of 987 drought events, 1722 lightning events, and 211 hail events annually, contributing to a moderate risk level for these hazards. The area also faces a low risk of hurricanes, with an average of 4 events per year.
Geological features in Bartow County, Georgia include the Etowah River, which poses a risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events. The county is also located near the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, which can amplify the effects of severe weather events such as thunderstorms and tornadoes. Additionally, Bartow County is situated near the Coosa Fault, increasing the risk of earthquakes in the region. These factors contribute to the overall hazard risk profile of the area.
In the past, Bartow County has experienced significant flooding events, such as the floods of 2009 and 2013, which caused damage to infrastructure and homes in the area. The county's proximity to bodies of water like Lake Allatoona and the risk of dam failure also add to the potential for flooding. Considering these factors, it is important for residents and local authorities to be prepared for a range of natural disasters and climate-related risks in Bartow County.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
66
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
36
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
21
Hazard Shelters
18
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
6
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Gordon County is located in Georgia with a population of 58,964. The county has a population density of 164.4 people per square mile, higher than the state average of 168.4 people per square mile. The racial makeup of Gordon County is predominantly White, accounting for 79.7% of the population, followed by Black or African American at 3.4%, Hispanic at 13.1%, and Asian at 0.9%. The county has a slightly higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 60.2%, and a lower percentage of Black residents compared to the state average of 31.4%.
In terms of demographics, Gordon County has a median age of 36, with a slightly higher median age for females at 36.9 compared to males at 35.1. The county has a higher percentage of households with children under 18 years old at 26.7% compared to the state average of 23.6%. Additionally, Gordon County has a higher average household size of 2.77 people per household compared to the state average of 2.75 people per household. The county also has a higher percentage of owner-occupied housing units at 59.2% compared to the state average of 61.6%, indicating a higher rate of homeownership in Gordon County.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Flooding
Tropical Storm Sally
2020-09-15Tornado
2020-04-12
Tornado
2020-02-06
Flooding
Tropical Storm Michael
2018-10-10Irwin Mill
2016-11-16
Hailstorm
2016-04-06
Hailstorm
2016-04-06
Hailstorm
2016-04-06
Hailstorm
2015-09-09
Hailstorm
2015-06-25
Hailstorm
2015-06-24
Massengale Road Fire
2015-02-15
Hailstorm
2014-01-11
Hailstorm
2013-04-11
Tornado
2013-01-30
Hailstorm
2012-03-31
Hailstorm
2012-03-16
Hailstorm
2011-06-24
Hailstorm
2011-06-15
Hailstorm
2011-06-15
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2011-06-15
Tornado
2011-04-27
Hailstorm
2011-04-27
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2011-04-25
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2011-04-15
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2011-03-26
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2011-02-28
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2010-07-25
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2010-06-19
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2010-06-19
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-09-21Hailstorm
2009-04-23
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2009-04-23
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2009-04-10
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2009-04-10
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2008-08-02
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2008-07-07
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2008-06-11
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2008-05-20
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2008-05-20
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2008-04-04
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2008-04-04
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2008-03-15
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2007-08-29
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2007-07-01
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2007-06-25
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2007-06-24
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2007-06-11
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2007-05-11
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2007-04-04
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2007-04-03
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2007-04-03
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2007-03-01
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2006-09-28
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2006-06-02
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2006-05-26
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2006-04-26
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2006-04-26
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2006-04-19
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2006-04-19
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2006-04-19
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2006-04-19
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2006-04-08
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2006-04-08
Hurricane Cindy
2005-07-11
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2005-06-06
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2005-04-22
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2005-03-13
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2005-02-21
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2005-02-21
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2005-02-21
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2005-02-21
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2004-12-10
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2003-08-04
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2003-08-04
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2003-07-13
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2003-07-12
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-05-06Hailstorm
2003-05-02
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2003-05-02
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2003-04-30
Hailstorm
2003-04-30
Tornado
2002-11-11
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2002-11-11
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2002-07-30
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2002-07-30
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2002-07-22
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2002-07-02
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2002-06-04
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2002-05-01
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2002-04-28
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2001-07-09
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2001-07-03
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2001-06-25
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2001-06-25
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2001-06-03
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2001-05-28
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2001-05-28
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2001-05-24
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2001-05-24
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2000-08-24
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2000-05-20
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2000-05-20
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2000-05-03
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2000-04-26
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2000-03-10
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1999-07-29
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1999-07-24
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1999-06-30
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1999-06-30
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1999-05-13
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1999-05-13
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1999-05-13
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1999-05-13
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1999-05-07
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1999-05-07
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1999-02-27
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1998-06-19
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1998-06-19
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1998-06-04
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1998-05-09
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1998-05-07
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1998-05-03
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1998-05-03
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1998-04-08
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1998-04-08
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1998-04-08
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1998-04-03
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1998-04-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1998-03-07Hailstorm
1997-09-10
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1997-09-10
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1997-09-10
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1997-09-10
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1997-09-10
Hurricane Danny
1997-07-27
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1997-06-13
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1997-05-03
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1997-04-28
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1997-04-28
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1997-04-22
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1997-04-22
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1997-01-24
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1996-03-15
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1996-03-15
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1996-03-15
Flooding
Tropical Cyclone
1995-10-04Hailstorm
1995-09-01
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1995-06-17
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1995-06-10
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1995-05-14
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1995-05-14
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1995-05-14
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1995-05-14
Tornado
1994-06-27
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1994-03-27
Tornado
1994-03-27
Tornado
1994-03-27
Hailstorm
1994-03-27
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1994-03-27
Flooding
Torrential Rain
1994-03-24Tornado
1993-02-21
Hailstorm
1992-03-19
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1992-03-06
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1990-05-01
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1989-07-25
Tornado
1989-04-04
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1989-04-04
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1985-04-24
Tornado
1984-05-07
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1984-04-09
Tornado
1982-04-26
Hailstorm
1978-04-18
Tornado
1977-04-04
Tornado
1975-03-13
Hailstorm
1971-06-27
Tornado
1970-07-19
Tornado
1965-04-12
Tornado
1965-04-06