Hazard Score
98 Catastrophes Recorded
Shelby County, Indiana
4 Cities with a Population of 45,489, and 17,302 Households
Bartholomew County in Indiana has a relatively low overall hazard risk rating, with specific risks such as extreme wind events being assessed as relatively low. The county has a high resilience score, indicating a high level of preparedness and ability to recover from natural disasters. The area experiences a moderate frequency of thunderstorm events, which can lead to localized flooding and property damage. The county also faces a low risk of hail events, with historical data showing a very low frequency of occurrences.
Despite the relatively low overall hazard risk rating, Bartholomew County has experienced a moderate frequency of tornado events in the past. The county's location in Indiana, a region prone to severe weather, increases the risk of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. Additionally, the county is situated near water bodies like rivers and lakes, which can lead to flooding during heavy rainfall events. The presence of fault lines and mountain peaks in the surrounding area also contribute to the overall hazard risk.
While Bartholomew County does not have a significant risk of volcanic eruptions or tsunamis, the presence of fault lines and seismic activity in the region can increase the risk of earthquakes. The county's proximity to major water bodies like Lake Monroe and the East Fork White River also poses a potential risk of flooding during extreme weather events. Overall, Bartholomew County's location and geological features contribute to a moderate level of hazard risk, with specific factors such as thunderstorms and tornadoes warranting attention for disaster preparedness and mitigation efforts.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Very High
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
49
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
43
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
8
Hazard Shelters
18
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Shelby County, Indiana has a population of 45,489 with a population density of 110.2 people per square mile. The county has a diverse demographic makeup, with 93.4% of the population being White, 1% Black, 0.2% Asian, and 3.6% Hispanic. The median age in Shelby County is 39.9, with a slightly higher median age for females (41.1) compared to males (38.7). The county has a total of 17,302 households, with an average household size of 2.53. Out of these households, 22.7% are single-male households, 26.7% are single-female households, and 22.2% are families with children.
Compared to other counties in Indiana, Shelby County has a lower population density and a higher percentage of White residents. The county also has a slightly higher median age compared to the state average of 37.6. In terms of household composition, Shelby County has a slightly lower percentage of single-male households and a higher percentage of single-female households compared to the state average. Additionally, Shelby County has a higher percentage of families with children compared to the state average, indicating a higher concentration of family households in the county.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2021-06-18Hailstorm
2020-05-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2020-03-22Hailstorm
2018-07-20
Hailstorm
2017-05-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-04-28West Baker Hollow
2016-11-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-06-27Flooding
Heavy Rain
2013-04-22Hailstorm
2012-07-31
Hailstorm
2012-07-17
Hailstorm
2012-05-01
Hailstorm
2012-03-17
Hailstorm
2011-05-25
Hailstorm
2011-05-25
Hailstorm
2011-05-25
Hailstorm
2011-05-25
Hailstorm
2011-05-25
Hailstorm
2011-05-25
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-06-02
Hailstorm
2010-06-02
Hailstorm
2010-04-05
Hailstorm
2010-04-05
Hailstorm
2010-04-05
Hailstorm
2010-04-05
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-05-15
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ike
2008-09-12Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-05-24Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-02-06Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-01-08Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-01-15Hailstorm
2006-06-28
Hailstorm
2006-06-28
Hailstorm
2006-06-22
Hailstorm
2006-05-25
Hailstorm
2006-05-25
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2006-04-07
Hailstorm
2006-01-02
Hailstorm
2006-01-02
Hailstorm
2006-01-02
Tornado
2005-11-15
Hurricane Dennis
2005-07-18
Hailstorm
2005-06-05
Hailstorm
2005-06-05
Hailstorm
2005-05-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2005-01-05Hailstorm
2004-07-14
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-01-04Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-09-01Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-07-05Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-05-07Hailstorm
2000-09-20
Hailstorm
2000-08-09
Flooding
0
1999-01-04Hailstorm
1998-03-08
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-02-28Hailstorm
1996-06-14
Hailstorm
1996-05-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1996-05-13Tornado
1996-04-19
Hailstorm
1994-06-26
Hailstorm
1993-08-01
Tornado
1992-11-22
Hailstorm
1992-11-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-12-31Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Hailstorm
1989-03-14
Tornado
1988-09-19
Hailstorm
1985-07-10
Hailstorm
1983-07-31
Hailstorm
1983-05-02
Hailstorm
1983-05-02
Hailstorm
1983-05-02
Hailstorm
1982-05-26
Hailstorm
1982-05-20
Hailstorm
1981-06-09
Hailstorm
1980-07-10
Tornado
1978-07-01
Tornado
1976-09-26
Hailstorm
1975-06-05
Tornado
1973-06-26
Tornado
1971-05-24
Tornado
1969-05-10
Tornado
1968-04-14
Tornado
1967-12-11
Hailstorm
1963-03-19
Tornado
1959-09-26
Tornado
1959-07-01
Tornado
1957-04-24