Allegan County, Michigan Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

HazardDB

Hazard Score

111 Catastrophes Recorded

Historical_Hail

Historical_Tornadoes

Historical_Hurricanes

Historical_Floods

Historical_Wind

157

Historical_Wildfires

Allegan County, Michigan

7 Cities with a Population of 121,283, and 42,018 Households

Allegan County, Michigan, is assessed to have a relatively low overall risk score of 50.56, indicating a relatively low level of risk. Specific hazards such as flooding, hail, and wind events have been identified as potential threats to the area. The county has experienced multiple hail events with a relatively low annual loss ratio of 25.90 and a risk value of 163,879.30, indicating a moderate level of risk. Additionally, wind events have a higher risk value of 846,809.78, indicating a relatively moderate level of risk.

Geologically, Allegan County is situated in a region with multiple water bodies, including Lake Michigan, which can contribute to the frequency of severe weather events such as thunderstorms. The county also has diverse topographical features like mountain peaks, which may influence the intensity of wind events. While the area is not located near fault lines or volcanoes, the presence of these geological features in neighboring regions could potentially impact hazard risk in Allegan County. Historical data from the region supports the risk assessments provided, with documented events of hail, wind, and thunderstorms causing damage in the area.

Overall, Allegan County faces a variety of natural hazards, with specific focus on flooding, hail, wind, and thunderstorm events. While the overall risk rating for the county is relatively low, certain hazards like wind events and flooding have a higher risk value, indicating a moderate level of risk. It is crucial for residents and local authorities to be prepared for these potential hazards and to take necessary precautions to mitigate risks and ensure the safety and resilience of the community.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: Low

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

49

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

22

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

37

Hazard Shelters

25

Fire Stations

2

Hospitals

6

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Allegan County, located in Michigan, has a population of 121,283 residents with a population density of 144.1 people per square mile. The county has a diverse demographic makeup with 85.4% White, 1.1% Black, 0.5% American Indian or Alaskan Native, 0.5% Asian, and 6.1% Hispanic residents. The median age in Allegan County is 39.1 years, with a slightly higher percentage of females (50.3%) than males. The county has a total of 42,018 households, with an average household size of 2.63 and an average family size of 3.08. The homeownership rate in Allegan County is 68.9%, with 17.5% of households renting their homes.

In terms of agriculture, Allegan County has 1,172 farms with an average size of 196 acres. The county has a total of 196,870 crop acres, with an average sales value of $498,612. Allegan County has a total land area of 841.83 square miles, with 223,343 crop acres reported in 2012. Comparing to other counties in Michigan, Allegan County stands out for its high agricultural activity and diverse population. The county has a higher population density compared to the state average of 174 people per square mile, and a slightly lower homeownership rate than the state average of 74.9%. Additionally, Allegan County has a larger average farm size and crop acreage compared to other counties in Michigan, indicating a strong agricultural presence in the region.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

10 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

910 mm Moderate

Average Humidity

80% Moderately High

Plant Hardiness

Hailstorm

2020-04-07

Hailstorm

2020-04-07

Flooding

Heavy Rain And Snowmelt

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2009-06-10

Flooding

Heavy Rain

2008-12-10

Hurricane Gustav

2008-09-05

Hailstorm

2008-07-02

Flooding

Hailstorm

1994-04-15

Tornado

1993-07-08

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1991-12-02

Tornado

1991-07-07

Hailstorm

1991-03-21

Hailstorm

1990-03-13

Tornado

1989-09-06

Flooding

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