Hazard Score
165 Catastrophes Recorded
Goodhue County, Minnesota
2 Cities with a Population of 47,483, and 18,730 Households
Goodhue County in Minnesota faces relatively low risk in terms of natural disasters and climate hazards, with a risk score of 61.37 and a relatively low rating. The county has experienced various events, such as hailstorms, snowstorms, and wildfires, but the frequency and impact of these events are comparatively low. The county's exposure to lightning strikes is relatively low, with a risk score of 27.19, indicating minimal risk in this particular area.
Specific climate factors in Goodhue County include a moderate risk of flooding with a risk score of 57.08, indicating potential for flood events. The county has experienced events such as heavy rainfall and flash floods, which pose a risk to the population and infrastructure. With 161 events of severe wind reported in the area, the risk of wind-related hazards is relatively high with a risk score of 91.38, highlighting the need for preparedness and mitigation measures.
While Goodhue County does not have significant geological features like coastlines or fault lines, its exposure to severe winds, hailstorms, and flooding events poses a considerable risk to the population and infrastructure. With a risk value of 8962096.77946, it is important for the county to focus on disaster preparedness and resilience strategies to minimize the impact of potential natural disasters. Investing in infrastructure improvements and early warning systems can help mitigate the risk and protect the community from potential hazards.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Low
Hurricane Risk: Very Low
Hail Risk: Low
Flood Risk: Low
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
67
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
41
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
14
Hazard Shelters
7
Fire Stations
3
Hospitals
6
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Goodhue County, located in Minnesota, has a population of 47,483 with a population density of 60.9 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population with 91.9% White, 0.9% Black, 1.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.6% Asian, and 2.8% Hispanic residents. The median age in Goodhue County is 41.8, with a slightly higher proportion of females (49.0%) compared to males (48.4%). The county has a total of 18,730 households, with an average household size of 2.42 people. Additionally, there are 12,689 families in the county with an average family size of 2.92.
In terms of housing, Goodhue County has a total of 20,337 housing units, with 7.9% vacant, 71.2% owner-occupied, and 20.9% renter-occupied. The county has seen a slight decrease in the number of farms from 1,536 in 2012 to 1,461 in 2017, with an average farm size of 259 acres in 2012 and 263 acres in 2017. The total crop acres in the county have also decreased from 329,994 acres in 2012 to 325,761 acres in 2017. The average farm sale value has decreased from $283,650 in 2012 to $238,596 in 2017. Goodhue County's demographics and housing statistics align closely with the state averages, with minor variations in population density, racial composition, and housing occupancy rates.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Spruce Fire
2023-06-17
Tyler Fire
2023-05-22
Tyler Road Fire
2023-05-22
Red Pine
2022-11-02
Larson Lane
2022-11-02
Silver Maple
2022-11-02
Poplar Ridge Fire
2022-11-01
Belle Creek East
2022-10-23
Belle Creek West
2022-10-23
2022-341-002
2022-04-28
Lower Quarry
2021-05-18
Kolshorn Lane
2021-04-05
2021-341-005
2021-04-04
Ash Fire
2021-04-04
2021-341-013
2021-04-04
Pi Ditch
2021-04-03
2021-341-014
2021-04-03
Solar Garden Fire
2021-04-03
2021341015
2021-04-03
Bottomlands
2021-03-18
Hailstorm
2020-09-06
Hailstorm
2020-09-06
2019341005
2019-11-05
Hailstorm
2019-08-13
Hailstorm
2019-08-05
2019341004
2019-07-13
Hailstorm
2019-06-04
2019341003
2019-05-10
2019341002
2019-04-24
Tornado
2018-09-20
Tornado
2018-09-20
Tornado
2018-09-20
Tornado
2018-09-20
Tornado
2018-08-27
Hailstorm
2017-05-16
Hailstorm
2017-05-16
Hailstorm
2016-09-21
Tornado
2016-07-05
Hailstorm
2016-06-10
Hailstorm
2014-08-18
Hailstorm
2014-08-18
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2014-06-10Hailstorm
2012-08-01
Hailstorm
2012-06-18
Hailstorm
2012-06-14
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2012-06-14
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2012-06-14
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2012-05-02
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2012-05-02
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2012-05-02
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2012-05-02
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2012-05-02
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2011-06-18
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2011-06-18
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2011-05-22
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2011-05-22
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2011-05-09
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2011-04-10
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2009-07-24
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2009-07-24
Tornado
2008-07-10
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2008-07-10
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2008-07-10
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2008-07-10
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2008-07-10
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2008-05-31
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2008-05-31
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2007-09-13
Hailstorm
2007-09-13
Hailstorm
2007-08-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Hailstorm
2007-08-11
Hailstorm
2007-08-11
Hailstorm
2007-07-03
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2007-06-21
Hailstorm
2007-06-21
Tornado
2007-05-23
Hailstorm
2007-04-30
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2006-08-24
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2006-08-24
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2006-08-24
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2006-08-24
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2006-08-24
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2006-08-24
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2006-08-24
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2006-08-24
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2006-08-24
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2006-07-19
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2006-07-19
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2006-06-24
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2006-06-24
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2006-06-24
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2006-06-24
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2006-06-24
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2006-06-24
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2006-05-29
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2006-05-29
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2005-06-07
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2005-06-07
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2005-06-07
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2005-06-07
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2005-03-30
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2005-03-30
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2004-10-29
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-09-15Hailstorm
2004-08-25
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2004-05-09
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2004-05-09
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2004-04-18
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2004-04-18
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2002-07-28
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2002-07-28
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2002-07-28
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2002-05-08
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2002-05-08
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2002-05-08
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2002-05-08
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2001-06-17
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2001-06-17
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2001-06-11
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2001-05-09
Hailstorm
2001-05-09
Flooding
Snowmelt
2001-04-15Hailstorm
2000-06-10
Tornado
1999-08-09
Hailstorm
1999-07-08
Tornado
1998-06-27
Tornado
1998-06-27
Tornado
1998-06-27
Hailstorm
1998-06-26
Hailstorm
1998-06-26
Tornado
1997-08-14
Tornado
1997-08-14
Hailstorm
1997-07-01
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1997-07-01
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1997-06-05
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-03-22Hailstorm
1996-08-25
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1992-09-04
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1992-06-14
Hailstorm
1991-05-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Hailstorm
1990-06-12
Tornado
1990-06-02
Hailstorm
1989-05-23
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1989-05-23
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1988-08-03
Tornado
1987-07-27
Tornado
1987-05-10
Hailstorm
1985-05-30
Tornado
1984-06-17
Tornado
1984-06-17
Tornado
1984-06-07
Hailstorm
1983-08-15
Tornado
1981-04-29
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1980-07-11
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1978-07-15
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1971-06-10
Hailstorm
1971-06-10
Tornado
1971-06-07
Tornado
1969-07-15
Hailstorm
1968-09-08
Tornado
1967-07-16
Hailstorm
1966-07-09
Hailstorm
1963-08-08