Hazard Score
208 Catastrophes Recorded
Dubuque County, Iowa
5 Cities with a Population of 98,323, and 36,815 Households
Dubuque, Iowa faces relatively low to very high risk levels across various natural disaster categories, with a focus on tornadoes, hailstorms, and severe winds. The area's vulnerability is emphasized by the high frequency of events such as hail, wind, and lightning strikes, which pose significant threats to the population and infrastructure. Dubuque's exposure to these hazards is further amplified by its location in Tornado Alley, increasing the likelihood of tornado occurrences.
Additionally, Dubuque's proximity to the Mississippi River presents a risk of flooding, with the potential for extensive damage to property and infrastructure in the event of a major flood. The region's susceptibility to severe weather events is also heightened by its relatively low elevation and flat terrain, making it more prone to flooding and other climate-related disasters. Furthermore, with a high percentage of agricultural value at risk, the impact of natural disasters on the local economy could be substantial.
Geologically, Dubuque's location near fault lines and mountainous regions can contribute to heightened seismic activity and other geological risks. The combination of these factors underscores the importance of proactive disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies in Dubuque to minimize the potential impact of natural disasters on the community. With a comprehensive understanding of the area's unique climate and geological features, stakeholders can work towards enhancing resilience and reducing vulnerability to future 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
57
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
12
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
44
Hazard Shelters
18
Fire Stations
3
Hospitals
7
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Dubuque County, located in Iowa, has a population of 98,323 people with a population density of 159.5 per square mile. The county's population has grown since 2010, when it was recorded at 93,653. The demographic breakdown of Dubuque County shows that the majority of residents are White, making up 89.6% of the population, while Black individuals make up 2.5%, and Hispanics make up 1.8%. The county has a slightly higher percentage of females (48.4%) than males (46.9%), with a median age of 38.5 years. Household data shows that there are 36,815 households in Dubuque County, with an average household size of 2.43.
In comparison to other counties in Iowa, Dubuque County stands out for its higher population density and larger number of households. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average, which is around 85.5%. The median age in Dubuque County is also slightly lower than the state median age of 38.8 years. In terms of agriculture, Dubuque County has a total of 1,462 farms as of 2012, with an average farm size of 199 acres and a total crop acreage of 224,256. These statistics indicate that Dubuque County plays a significant role in the state's agricultural industry.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2020-08-10
Hurricane Cristobal
2020-06-12
Tornado
2020-03-28
Tornado
2019-08-05
Hailstorm
2019-04-17
019029
2019-04-03
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-08-05
Hailstorm
2018-05-14
Hailstorm
2017-07-11
Hailstorm
2017-07-11
Hailstorm
2017-07-11
Hailstorm
2017-06-14
Hailstorm
2017-06-14
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2017-06-14
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2017-06-14
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2017-06-14
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2017-06-14
Hailstorm
2017-06-14
Hailstorm
2017-06-14
Hailstorm
2017-06-14
Hailstorm
2017-05-17
Hailstorm
2016-09-21
Hailstorm
2016-09-21
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2016-08-24Tornado
2016-07-23
Tornado
2015-12-23
Hailstorm
2015-09-17
Hailstorm
2015-06-20
Hailstorm
2015-06-20
Hailstorm
2015-04-09
Hailstorm
2014-06-17
Hailstorm
2014-06-17
Hailstorm
2014-06-17
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2014-06-10Hailstorm
2014-05-20
Hailstorm
2014-05-20
Hailstorm
2014-05-20
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2014-05-20
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2014-05-20
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2014-05-20
Hailstorm
2013-06-12
Hailstorm
2013-05-19
Hailstorm
2013-04-29
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2013-04-29
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2013-04-29
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2013-04-29
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2013-04-29
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2013-04-29
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2013-04-29
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2013-04-29
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2013-04-29
Hailstorm
2012-09-05
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2011-07-27
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2011-07-27
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2011-07-27
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2011-07-27
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2011-06-15
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2011-06-15
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
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2011-04-03
Hailstorm
2011-04-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-09-21
Flooding
Dam Failure, Heavy Rain
2010-07-25Hailstorm
2010-06-18
Hailstorm
2010-04-05
Hailstorm
2009-08-09
Hailstorm
2009-08-09
Hailstorm
2009-08-09
Hailstorm
2009-07-24
Hailstorm
2009-07-24
Hailstorm
2009-07-24
Hailstorm
2009-07-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-02-28Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-12-10Hailstorm
2008-08-04
Hailstorm
2008-08-03
Hailstorm
2008-07-10
Hailstorm
2008-07-10
Hailstorm
2008-06-20
Hailstorm
2008-06-12
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2008-05-31
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2008-05-02
Hailstorm
2008-05-02
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Hailstorm
2008-01-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Tornado
2007-05-26
Hailstorm
2007-04-02
Hailstorm
2007-04-02
Hailstorm
2007-04-02
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2007-04-02
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2007-04-02
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2007-03-31
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2006-06-24
Hailstorm
2006-05-29
Hailstorm
2006-04-13
Hailstorm
2006-04-13
Hailstorm
2006-04-13
Hailstorm
2006-04-13
Hailstorm
2005-05-27
Hailstorm
2004-05-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-05-22Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-06-04Hailstorm
2002-06-03
Hailstorm
2002-05-11
Hailstorm
2002-05-06
Hailstorm
2001-06-01
Flooding
Snowmelt
2001-04-15Hailstorm
2000-09-11
Hailstorm
2000-09-11
Hailstorm
2000-09-11
Hailstorm
2000-09-11
Hailstorm
2000-09-11
Hailstorm
2000-09-11
Hailstorm
2000-06-01
Hailstorm
2000-05-31
Hailstorm
2000-05-17
Hailstorm
2000-05-17
Hailstorm
2000-05-11
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2000-05-11
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2000-05-11
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2000-05-11
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2000-05-11
Hailstorm
1999-05-16
Hailstorm
1999-02-11
Hailstorm
1998-06-18
Hailstorm
1998-06-18
Tornado
1998-05-28
Hailstorm
1998-05-28
Tornado
1998-05-15
Hailstorm
1997-08-03
Hailstorm
1997-06-20
Hailstorm
1997-05-18
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1997-05-18
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1997-05-18
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1997-05-18
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1997-05-18
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1997-05-18
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1997-05-18
Hailstorm
1997-05-18
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1997-02-21Tornado
1996-06-16
Hailstorm
1995-07-27
Hailstorm
1995-07-22
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1994-08-19
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1994-08-19
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1994-08-19
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1994-08-19
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1994-08-18
Hailstorm
1994-04-25
Hailstorm
1994-04-25
Tornado
1993-06-19
Hailstorm
1993-06-07
Hailstorm
1991-04-08
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-07-28Tornado
1990-03-13
Tornado
1988-05-08
Tornado
1988-05-08
Hailstorm
1986-09-10
Hailstorm
1982-06-06
Tornado
1980-06-02
Hailstorm
1977-06-07
Hailstorm
1976-08-12
Hailstorm
1975-05-14
Hailstorm
1973-09-21
Hailstorm
1973-06-16
Hailstorm
1971-09-09
Tornado
1970-09-09
Tornado
1970-09-09
Tornado
1970-07-31
Tornado
1969-06-29
Tornado
1969-06-04
Hailstorm
1969-06-04
Hailstorm
1968-03-27
Hailstorm
1967-12-20
Tornado
1967-04-30
Tornado
1966-07-09
Tornado
1965-08-26
Hailstorm
1965-08-26
Hailstorm
1965-08-26
Tornado
1965-06-27
Hailstorm
1962-08-23
Hailstorm
1962-07-22
Hailstorm
1962-06-23
Hailstorm
1962-05-12
Tornado
1958-07-29
Tornado
1958-06-10
Hailstorm
1955-04-18