Hazard Score
99 Catastrophes Recorded
Oldham County, Kentucky
1 Cities with a Population of 67,607, and 19,431 Households
Oldham County, Kentucky has a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with a risk score of 60.10. The most significant hazards for the area include frequent thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds, with lightning strikes being particularly common, averaging 2353 events per year. The county also experiences occasional flooding events, with 39 occurrences annually, and winter storms are relatively frequent, averaging 33 events per year.
Specific climate factors contributing to the risk profile of Oldham County include its location in a region prone to severe weather, including tornadoes and ice storms. The area is situated inland, away from major coastlines, but is still susceptible to flooding due to its proximity to water bodies such as rivers and streams. Additionally, the county has some hilly terrain and is surrounded by various fault lines, contributing to the overall risk of natural disasters.
While Oldham County may not face as high a risk compared to some other areas, residents should still be prepared for potential hazards. Historical events have shown that the region is not immune to natural disasters, and the presence of geological features like fault lines and water bodies can exacerbate the impact of these events. It is essential for the community to stay informed, have emergency plans in place, and be vigilant during times of heightened risk.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: High
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
18
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
17
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
25
Hazard Shelters
9
Fire Stations
2
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Oldham County, located in Kentucky, has a population of 67,607, with a population density of 344.3 people per square mile. The population is predominantly White, with 54,904 White residents making up 81% of the total population. There is also a significant Black population of 2,620 residents, making up 3.9% of the population. The county has a median age of 38.8, with slightly more males (31,737) than females (28,579) residing in the county. The average household size is 2.87, and the county has a total of 19,431 households.
In comparison to other counties in Kentucky, Oldham County stands out for its relatively high median age and large White population. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average of 85.4%, indicating a more diverse demographic makeup. Additionally, Oldham County has a higher median age compared to the state average of 38.1 years, suggesting a slightly older population. The county also has a higher average household size of 2.87, which is slightly above the state average of 2.49, indicating larger households in Oldham County. Overall, Oldham County appears to be a diverse and slightly older community with larger households compared to other counties in Kentucky.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2020-03-22Hailstorm
2019-05-16
Hailstorm
2019-05-16
Tornado
2019-04-12
Hailstorm
2019-03-14
Hailstorm
2019-03-14
Hailstorm
2018-07-20
Hailstorm
2017-08-01
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2017-05-19Tornado
2017-04-28
Hailstorm
2017-04-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2017-04-28Hailstorm
2016-05-11
Hailstorm
2016-05-11
Hailstorm
2016-05-11
Hailstorm
2016-05-11
Hailstorm
2016-05-01
Hailstorm
2015-06-30
Hailstorm
2015-06-30
Hailstorm
2015-06-30
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-06-27Tornado
2014-10-07
Hailstorm
2014-10-07
Hailstorm
2014-10-07
Hailstorm
2014-08-20
Hailstorm
2012-07-19
Hailstorm
2012-07-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2011-05-01Tornado
2011-04-19
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2011-04-18Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-07-17
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2009-08-04
Hailstorm
2009-05-15
Hailstorm
2009-05-15
Hailstorm
2009-04-13
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ike
2008-09-12Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-05-24Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
2008-03-17Hailstorm
2007-06-05
Hailstorm
2007-04-11
Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-01-15Flooding
Heavy Rain
2006-09-22Hailstorm
2005-11-06
Hurricane Katrina
2005-08-31
Hurricane Dennis
2005-07-18
Hailstorm
2005-05-19
Hailstorm
2005-05-19
Hailstorm
2005-05-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2005-01-05Hailstorm
2004-07-13
Hailstorm
2004-05-27
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-05-27Hailstorm
2004-05-17
Hailstorm
2004-05-17
Hailstorm
2004-05-17
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-03-05Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-01-04Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-07-05Hailstorm
2003-05-09
Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-06-02
Hailstorm
2002-06-02
Hailstorm
2002-06-02
Hailstorm
2002-02-20
Hailstorm
2000-01-03
Hailstorm
1999-04-28
Hailstorm
1998-06-14
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-02-28Tornado
1995-06-24
Hailstorm
1995-05-18
Flooding
Rain And Snowmelt
1994-04-09Hailstorm
1993-07-02
Hailstorm
1993-07-02
Hailstorm
1993-06-04
Hailstorm
1993-06-04
Hailstorm
1992-06-18
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02Hailstorm
1991-04-09
Hailstorm
1990-09-07
Tornado
1990-06-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1989-08-04Hailstorm
1988-04-23
Hailstorm
1986-05-14
Hailstorm
1986-05-13
Hailstorm
1986-03-10
Hailstorm
1985-08-30
Hailstorm
1982-05-29
Tornado
1980-09-22
Hailstorm
1980-07-02
Hailstorm
1979-08-06
Hailstorm
1977-07-13
Hailstorm
1975-05-22
Tornado
1974-06-22
Tornado
1974-04-03
Tornado
1973-06-16
Hurricane Betsy
1965-09-13