Elkhart County, Indiana Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

HazardDB

Hazard Score

146 Catastrophes Recorded

Historical_Hail

107

Historical_Tornadoes

Historical_Hurricanes

Historical_Floods

Historical_Wind

170

Elkhart County, Indiana

3 Cities with a Population of 206,310, and 70,244 Households

Elkhart, Indiana faces relatively low to moderate risk levels, with specific hazards including hail, thunderstorms, and winter weather events. The area experiences a moderate frequency of these events, with hail events occurring approximately 105 times and thunderstorms 1283 times. The risk scores for these hazards range from very low to relatively low, indicating a potential impact on the population and infrastructure.

While Elkhart may not face high levels of risk, it is important to note the presence of certain geological features that could contribute to hazard events. The area is located inland, away from coastlines, but is surrounded by water bodies like the St. Joseph River and numerous lakes, which could contribute to flooding during heavy rainfall. Additionally, the region is relatively flat with no significant mountain peaks or fault lines, reducing the risk of earthquakes but increasing the susceptibility to flooding and severe weather events.

Overall, Elkhart's hazard risk assessment is influenced by its geographical location and specific climate factors. While the area may not face extreme risks compared to coastal regions or areas prone to earthquakes, the frequency of events like hail and thunderstorms can still pose a threat to the local population and infrastructure. It is important for residents and authorities to stay prepared and vigilant in the face of these potential hazards.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Very Low

Hail Risk: Low

Flood Risk: Moderate

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

37

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

3

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

49

Hazard Shelters

31

Fire Stations

3

Hospitals

7

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Elkhart County, located in Indiana, has a population of 206,310 with a population density of 440.9 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population with 79.4% White, 5.5% Black, 0.4% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.9% Asian, and 13.5% Hispanic. The median age in Elkhart County is 34.9 years, with a slightly higher percentage of females (48.5%) than males (47.2%). The county has a total of 70,244 households, with an average household size of 2.76. Families make up 72.7% of the households, with an average family size of 3.23.

Compared to other counties in Indiana, Elkhart County has a higher population density and a larger percentage of Hispanic residents. The county also has a higher average household size and a higher percentage of families compared to the state average. In terms of agriculture, Elkhart County has a total of 1,724 farms in 2012, with an average farm size of 100 acres and a total crop acreage of 140,172 acres. In 2017, the county had 1,667 farms with an average farm size of 105 acres and a total crop acreage of 146,466 acres. The average sales in 2012 were $172,178, which increased to $178,936 in 2017, showing growth in the agricultural sector.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

10 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

940 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

84% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

Hailstorm

2009-07-28

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-02-06

Flooding

Rain And Snowmelt

2008-01-08

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1990-11-26

Hailstorm

1990-08-28

Flooding

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