Daviess County, Kentucky Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

HazardDB

Hazard Score

184 Catastrophes Recorded

Historical_Hail

125

Historical_Tornadoes

Historical_Hurricanes

Historical_Floods

Historical_Wind

152

Historical_Wildfires

Daviess County, Kentucky

1 Cities with a Population of 102,440, and 38,619 Households

Daviess County, Kentucky faces a relatively moderate risk of natural disasters and climate hazards, with a risk score of 83.23 out of 100. The county has experienced events such as hailstorms, high winds, and flooding, contributing to an annual risk value of $24.6 million. The area is prone to lightning strikes, with a high frequency of 91.75 events per year, resulting in a risk value of $381,440. Additionally, the county has a risk of wildfires, with an annual risk value of $16,682 and a relatively low risk rating of 35.03.

Specific climate factors in Daviess County include its location in the Ohio River Valley, which can lead to severe weather events such as thunderstorms and tornadoes. The county is characterized by a mix of urban and rural areas, with a population of over 100,000 residents and a significant amount of infrastructure and agricultural value at risk. The county is also geographically diverse, with rolling hills and low-lying areas that are susceptible to flooding during heavy rainfall.

Geological features in the region include the Ohio River, which forms the northern border of the county, and the Green River, which crosses through the southern part of the county. Daviess County is also located near the New Madrid Seismic Zone, a major fault line that has produced significant earthquakes in the past. The presence of these water bodies and fault lines, along with the county's diverse topography, contribute to the overall hazard risk in the area.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Low

Flood Risk: Very High

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

63

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

17

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

75

Hazard Shelters

19

Fire Stations

3

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Daviess County, Kentucky, has a total population of 102,440, with a population density of 215 people per square mile. The county's population has increased since 2010, when it was recorded at 96,656. The racial demographics show that the majority of the population is White, accounting for 86% of the total population, followed by Black residents at 4.5%. The county has a relatively diverse population, with 7.5% being Hispanic, Asian, Native American, Pacific Islander, or of multiple races. The male to female ratio is almost equal, with males making up 45.8% of the population and females making up 48.6%. The median age in Daviess County is 38.7, with a slightly higher median age for females at 40.3 compared to males at 37.1. The average household size is 2.44, and the county has a total of 38,619 households.

In comparison to other counties in Kentucky, Daviess County stands out for its large population size and relatively high population density. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 85.3%. Additionally, Daviess County has a lower median age compared to the state average of 38.9 years. The county also has a higher average household size of 2.44 compared to the state average of 2.44, indicating that there may be more families and larger households in Daviess County. Furthermore, Daviess County has a higher number of farms compared to other counties in Kentucky, with 919 farms recorded in 2017. The county also has a significant amount of crop acreage, with 190,812 acres reported in 2017, and an average farm size of 259 acres.

Regions

Owensboro

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

14 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1224 mm Moderately High

Average Humidity

83% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

6/10 Moderately High

Hailstorm

2018-05-10

Hailstorm

2018-05-10

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2018-04-03

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2017-05-19

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain

2015-12-15

Hailstorm

2015-06-21

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2015-03-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hailstorm

2011-03-23

Hailstorm

2011-03-23

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snow

2011-03-07

Hailstorm

2010-10-26

Hailstorm

2010-05-27

Hailstorm

2010-04-07

Flooding

Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B

Hailstorm

2006-09-27

Tornado

2006-09-22

Hailstorm

2006-09-22

Hailstorm

2006-09-22

Flooding

Tornado

2005-11-15

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hailstorm

2003-07-21

Hailstorm

2003-05-15

Hailstorm

2003-05-15

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hailstorm

2002-11-10

Hailstorm

2002-05-25

Hailstorm

2002-05-25

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hailstorm

1996-06-12

Hailstorm

1996-05-26

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1996-05-13

Hailstorm

1995-07-31

Heavy Rain

1990-08-18

Flooding

Tornado

1952-12-09

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