Chester County, Tennessee Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

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84 Catastrophes Recorded

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Chester County, Tennessee

1 Cities with a Population of 17,475, and 6,208 Households

Chester, Tennessee has a relatively low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with the most significant risks being from hail, thunderstorms, and high winds. The area experiences a moderate frequency of lightning strikes and floods, with a relatively low expected annual loss. Specific climate factors in the region include warm summers and mild winters, with occasional severe weather events. The area is not prone to tsunamis or volcanic activity.

Geologically, Chester County is inland and does not have any coastlines or major water bodies that could contribute to natural disaster risks. The area is also not located near any significant fault lines or mountain peaks that would increase the likelihood of earthquakes or landslides. Historical events in the region have shown that the most common natural disasters are hail storms and thunderstorms, which can cause damage to buildings and crops. Overall, the risk of major natural disasters in Chester, Tennessee is relatively low compared to other regions in the state.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Very Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Very Low

Flood Risk: Low

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Low

HAZARDS

6

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

11

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

4

Hazard Shelters

12

Fire Stations

0

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Chester County, located in Tennessee, has a population of 17,475 people with a population density of 61.1 persons per square mile. The population has increased slightly since 2010 when it was recorded at 17,131, with a population density of 59.9 persons per square mile. The racial makeup of the county is predominantly White, accounting for 86% of the population, followed by Black residents at 9%. The Hispanic population makes up 2% of the total, with other races and multiracial individuals comprising the remaining 3%. In terms of gender distribution, there are slightly more females than males in the county, with 8,858 females compared to 8,273 males. The median age in Chester County is 36.3, with a slightly higher median age for females at 37.2 compared to 35.3 for males. The county has a total of 6,208 households, with an average household size of 2.56.

Compared to other counties in Tennessee, Chester County has a relatively small population and lower population density. The county has a higher percentage of White residents compared to the state average, which is around 77%. The Hispanic population in Chester County is slightly lower than the state average of 5%. The county has a higher median age compared to the state average of 38.6 years. In terms of housing, Chester County has a higher percentage of owner-occupied homes at 65% compared to the state average of 63%, with a lower percentage of renter-occupied homes at 27% compared to the state average of 30%. The county also has a lower percentage of vacant homes at 11% compared to the state average of 12%. In terms of agriculture, Chester County has a total of 380 farms, with an average farm size of 210 acres. The county's total crop acreage in 2017 was 42,413 acres, with an average sales value of $42,347 per farm.

Regions

Jacks-Creek

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

16 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

1357 mm Very High

Average Humidity

89% Very High

Plant Hardiness

7/10 Moderately High

Hailstorm

2016-03-31

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain

Flooding

Heavy Rain

Hailstorm

1995-03-20

Hailstorm

1994-04-30

Hailstorm

1994-04-27

Flooding

Heavy Rain

1950-09-09

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