Hazard Score
48 Catastrophes Recorded
Hayden-Lake, Idaho
11 Land Tracts in Kootenai County , Upper Spokane Watershed
Hayden Lake, Idaho, is located in Kootenai County and experiences relatively low natural disaster and climate risks. The area has a moderate risk of landslides due to its hilly terrain, with the risk heightened by heavy precipitation levels averaging 729.66mm annually. While the overall climate risk is relatively low, the region faces a higher risk of wildfires due to dry conditions and a high wildfire risk rating.
Hayden Lake is situated in the Kootenai-Pend Oreille-Spokane hydrologic subregion, which is prone to flooding, particularly during heavy rainfall events. The area is also located near the Upper Spokane hydrologic unit, which can contribute to increased flood risk. Additionally, the region is in close proximity to the Spokane River, which can pose a flood risk during periods of heavy precipitation.
Despite the relatively low overall hazard risk in Hayden Lake, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and prepared for potential natural disasters. While the area does not face significant risks from earthquakes or volcanic activity, the threat of wildfires and floods should not be underestimated. By staying informed about local emergency protocols and taking steps to mitigate risks, residents can help ensure their safety in the event of a natural disaster.
Wildfire Risk: Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Very Low
HAZARDS
6
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
3
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
5
Hazard Shelters
3
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Kootenai, Idaho faces a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk, with a risk score of 61.31. Specific factors contributing to this rating include a moderate risk of drought events (RFLD) with a risk score of 42.57, and a relatively low risk of hail events (HAIL) with a risk score of 40.47. The area also experiences a very low risk of lightning events (LTNG) with a risk score of 52.09.
Climate factors in Kootenai, Idaho include a high frequency of winter storms (WNTW) with a risk score of 57.97, and a very low risk of wildfire events (WFIR) with a risk score of 57.56. Geological features that could impact hazard risk in the region include fault lines and mountain peaks, which may increase the risk of earthquakes (DRGT) with a risk score of 28.92. The area is also prone to landslides (LNDS) with a risk score of 92.03, ...
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CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Horse Ridge
2023-07-05
Shamrock
2023-07-01
Picnic
2022-08-31
Hells Canyon
2022-07-16
Little Creek
2021-09-10
Stump Creek
2021-09-09
Cherry Creek
2021-07-10
Spades
2021-07-03
406
2021-06-30
Hayden Creek
2021-06-02
Nettleton
2020-08-12
Silverwood 8
2020-07-23
Silverwood 7
2020-07-23
2 Forks
2020-06-03
Fernan Grade
2020-05-26
Hayden Creek
2019-09-15
Hayden
2019-07-31
East Lake
2019-05-05
Dry Gulch
2018-09-30
Crooked
2018-09-10
Deerfoot
2018-09-07
Hudlow
2018-08-22
Range
2018-08-05
Huckleberry
2018-07-31
Dodd
2018-07-30
Yellow Bank
2018-07-08
Chilco
2018-07-02
Badger
2017-07-25
Hudlow
2017-07-24
Spades
2017-07-17
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snowmelt
2017-03-18Picnic Creek
2016-06-09
D1 Rx Deerfoot
2016-04-20
Drifter
2015-10-05
Huck
2015-09-25
Burned
2015-07-26
1535
2015-07-22
Stump Creek
2015-06-23
Crab
2015-06-20
Bow
2014-09-01
Trail 10
2014-08-19
1535
2014-08-05
1552 Trash #2
2014-07-20
1552 Trash
2014-07-13
Shamrock
2014-06-05
Hailstorm
2007-06-29
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1996-12-26Flooding
Heavy Rain
1996-02-07