Hazard Score
235 Catastrophes Recorded
Otoe County, Nebraska
5 Cities with a Population of 16,486, and 6,362 Households
Otoe, Nebraska has a very low overall risk rating of 40.95, with a population of 15,885 and a risk value of $4,837,994.36. The county faces relatively low to moderate risks from various natural hazards, such as hail storms, wind events, lightning strikes, and flooding. These events have occurred with varying frequencies, with some events like lightning strikes happening more frequently than others.
The area's geographical features, including water bodies, fault lines, and mountain peaks, contribute to the overall hazard risk in Otoe County. The county's relatively low risk from wildfires is supported by a low annual frequency of such events, along with the presence of water bodies and other natural barriers that can help prevent the spread of wildfires. Additionally, the county's susceptibility to hailstorms is influenced by its proximity to mountain peaks and fault lines, which can affect weather patterns and increase the likelihood of hail events.
Otoe County's historical data on natural disasters and climate events indicate a pattern of relatively low to moderate risk, with a focus on mitigating hazards like flooding and wind events. The county's risk assessment takes into account various factors, including population density, infrastructure value, and agricultural impact. By understanding the specific climate factors and geographical features in the region, emergency management officials can better prepare for and respond to potential hazards in Otoe County.
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
23
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
141
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
13
Hazard Shelters
8
Fire Stations
3
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Otoe County, located in Nebraska, has a population of 16,486 with a population density of 26.6 people per square mile. The county has a diverse demographic makeup with 90.6% White, 0.5% Black, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.4% Asian, and 5.5% Hispanic residents. The median age in Otoe County is 42.9, with slightly more females than males residing in the county (48.7% male and 51.3% female). The average household size is 2.42, with 63.2% of households being family households.
In terms of housing, Otoe County has 7,025 housing units, of which 9.4% are vacant, 66.3% are owner-occupied, and 24.3% are renter-occupied. The county has 815 farms as of 2017, with an average farm size of 479 acres. The total crop acres in the county amount to 331,038 acres, with an average farm sale of $209,231. In comparison to other counties in Nebraska, Otoe County has a slightly higher population density and a larger percentage of White residents. Additionally, the county has a higher median age and average household size compared to state averages.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Jones Creek
2023-04-13
Hailstorm
2019-04-10
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-09-01
Hailstorm
2018-06-30
Hailstorm
2017-06-12
Hailstorm
2017-05-16
Hailstorm
2017-04-19
Hailstorm
2017-04-19
Tornado
2017-04-15
Hailstorm
2016-08-16
Hailstorm
2016-05-26
Hailstorm
2016-05-09
Hailstorm
2016-05-09
Hailstorm
2015-11-11
Hailstorm
2015-09-18
Hailstorm
2015-07-31
Hailstorm
2015-05-25
Hailstorm
2015-05-25
Hailstorm
2015-05-25
Hailstorm
2015-05-03
Tornado
2014-09-09
Hailstorm
2014-09-09
Hailstorm
2014-09-09
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2014-06-10Hailstorm
2014-06-01
Hailstorm
2014-05-11
Hailstorm
2013-10-04
Tornado
2013-10-03
Tornado
2013-10-03
Hailstorm
2013-04-17
Hailstorm
2012-09-04
Tornado
2012-04-14
Hailstorm
2012-04-14
Hailstorm
2012-03-29
Hailstorm
2012-03-29
Hailstorm
2012-03-29
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2012-03-29
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2011-07-23
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2011-06-19
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2011-06-19
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2011-06-19
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2011-06-16
Hailstorm
2011-06-09
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2011-06-01
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2011-06-01
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2011-03-22
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2010-09-13
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2010-09-13
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2010-09-13
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2010-09-01
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2010-07-18
Hailstorm
2010-04-29
Hailstorm
2010-04-29
Hailstorm
2010-04-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2010-03-06
Hailstorm
2009-08-04
Hailstorm
2009-08-04
Hailstorm
2009-08-04
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2009-07-08
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2009-06-07
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2009-06-07
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2009-05-13
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2009-04-26
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2009-04-24
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2008-08-14
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2008-06-20
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2008-06-20
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2008-06-19
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2008-06-19
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2008-06-19
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2008-06-19
Hailstorm
2008-06-15
Hailstorm
2008-06-15
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Hailstorm
2008-05-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-24
Hailstorm
2007-10-14
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Hailstorm
2007-08-10
Hailstorm
2007-05-23
Hailstorm
2007-05-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-06Hailstorm
2007-05-05
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2007-05-05
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2007-03-31
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2007-03-31
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2007-03-21
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2007-03-21
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2006-07-13
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2006-07-13
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2006-07-13
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2006-07-13
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2006-06-27
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2006-06-27
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2006-06-21
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2006-06-21
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2006-06-21
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2006-06-21
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2006-05-29
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2006-05-29
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2006-04-15
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2006-04-15
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2006-04-15
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2006-04-11
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2006-04-06
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2006-03-05
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2005-09-13
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2005-06-29
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2005-06-29
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2005-06-29
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2005-06-04
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2005-06-04
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2005-05-12
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2005-04-21
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2005-04-21
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2005-04-21
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2005-04-21
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2005-04-21
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2005-04-21
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2005-04-21
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2005-04-11
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2005-04-11
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2004-08-26
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2004-08-08
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2004-06-13
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2004-06-12
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2004-06-12
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2004-06-12
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2004-06-12
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2004-06-12
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2004-06-12
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2004-06-12
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2004-06-12
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2004-05-27
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2004-05-24
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2004-05-24
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2004-05-24
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2004-05-24
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2004-05-22
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2004-05-17
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2004-05-17
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2004-03-29
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2004-03-29
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2003-11-17
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2003-05-08
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2003-05-04
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2002-08-19
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2002-08-19
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2002-05-28
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2001-09-22
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2001-05-10
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2001-05-08
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2001-04-05
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2001-04-05
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2001-04-05
Tornado
2000-10-29
Tornado
2000-10-29
Tornado
2000-10-29
Hailstorm
2000-07-26
Hailstorm
2000-07-26
Hailstorm
2000-07-26
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2000-06-23
Hailstorm
2000-06-23
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2000-06-23
Hailstorm
2000-06-23
Tornado
2000-06-13
Tornado
2000-06-13
Hailstorm
2000-06-13
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2000-06-13
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2000-03-26
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2000-03-26
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1999-07-27
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1999-05-04
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1999-05-04
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1999-04-21
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1999-04-21
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1998-10-04
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1998-07-16
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1998-07-16
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1998-06-20
Hailstorm
1998-05-20
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1996-07-19
Hailstorm
1996-05-22
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1995-05-10Tornado
1995-05-08
Hailstorm
1995-05-08
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1995-04-08
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1994-06-01
Hailstorm
1993-07-31
Tornado
1993-07-24
Tornado
1993-07-24
Hailstorm
1993-07-22
Tornado
1993-07-04
Hailstorm
1992-07-24
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1992-07-04
Tornado
1992-06-15
Hailstorm
1991-05-29
Tornado
1991-04-26
Hailstorm
1990-03-13
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1989-04-27
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1989-04-27
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1987-08-19
Tornado
1985-04-19
Hailstorm
1984-06-26
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1984-06-26
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1982-08-29
Hailstorm
1982-06-14
Tornado
1982-04-15
Hailstorm
1982-04-15
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1982-04-15
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1979-07-27
Hailstorm
1975-06-04
Hailstorm
1975-05-24
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1975-05-24
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1975-05-06
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1974-04-27
Tornado
1972-05-23
Tornado
1972-05-23
Hailstorm
1970-07-14
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1968-08-26
Hailstorm
1968-07-08
Hailstorm
1967-06-27
Tornado
1967-06-09
Tornado
1965-07-01
Tornado
1965-07-01
Tornado
1965-07-01
Hailstorm
1965-07-01
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1961-07-15
Hailstorm
1961-05-30
Tornado
1958-08-05
Tornado
1958-04-04
Tornado
1957-05-09
Tornado
1953-05-10