Hazard Score
218 Catastrophes Recorded
Cannon County, Tennessee
1 Cities with a Population of 14,608, and 5,472 Households
Rutherford County, Tennessee faces a relatively moderate overall hazard risk, with specific risks including hailstorms, thunderstorms, and high wind events. The county also experiences a low risk of flooding and wildfires. The area has a relatively low risk rating for hurricanes and tornadoes. However, it has a relatively high risk of lightning strikes, which can pose a threat to property and infrastructure.
Rutherford County is not located near coastlines, fault lines, or mountain peaks that would significantly impact hazard risk. The county does have several water bodies, including the Stones River and Percy Priest Lake, which could contribute to flooding risks during heavy rainfall events. The geological features in the region are relatively stable, with no major fault lines or volcanic activity that would increase the likelihood of earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. The historical events in the area have shown a pattern of occasional severe weather events, particularly thunderstorms and hailstorms.
Overall, Rutherford County's hazard risk assessment is influenced by its geographical location and climate factors. The county's proximity to water bodies increases the risk of flooding, while its susceptibility to thunderstorms and hailstorms poses a threat to residents and property. While the area does not have significant geological features that would increase hazard risk, the historical events in the region highlight the importance of preparedness and mitigation measures to reduce the impact of natural disasters on the community.
Wildfire Risk: Very Low
Tornado Risk: Very Low
Hurricane Risk: Low
Hail Risk: Very Low
Flood Risk: Moderate
Tsunami Risk: Very Low
Earthquake Risk: Very Low
Wind Risk: Low
HAZARDS
42
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
6
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
33
Hazard Shelters
35
Fire Stations
4
Hospitals
4
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Cannon County, Tennessee, has a population of 14,608, with a population density of 55 people per square mile. The county's population has increased since 2010, with a growth rate of approximately 6.1%. The racial composition of the county is predominantly White, accounting for 91.2% of the population, followed by Black residents at 1.1%. The Hispanic population makes up 1.4% of the total population. The county has a slightly higher percentage of males compared to females, with males making up 46.8% of the population and females making up 47.7%. The median age in Cannon County is 41.5, with a median age of 40.2 for males and 42.8 for females.
In terms of households, Cannon County has a total of 5,472 households, with an average household size of 2.49. The county has a slightly higher percentage of married households with children (21.2%) compared to married households without children (32.7%). Additionally, there are 6.7% of households with a single male head of household and children and 12.4% with a single female head of household and children. The county has a homeownership rate of 72.9%, with 23.4% of households being renters. In terms of agriculture, Cannon County has 728 farms, with an average farm size of 122 acres. The total crop acres in the county have increased to 38,909 acres, with an average sales value of $31,020 in 2017. Comparatively, Cannon County ranks in the middle in terms of population size and agricultural output among counties in Tennessee.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Rx - Fortress Rosecrans
2022-02-15
Rx - Southwest Woodlands
2022-02-15
Rx - Redoubt Brannan
2022-02-14
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2021-08-21Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Rutherford County Woodbury Pike 4012
2021-04-15
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2021-02-28Stones River National Battlefield Rx Fy20
2020-02-03
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2019-12-28Tornado
2019-02-06
Hailstorm
2018-06-17
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2018-06-11
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2017-04-05
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2017-03-21
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2017-03-21
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2017-03-09
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2016-06-03
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2015-12-23
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2015-08-15
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2015-06-23
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2015-06-23
Nickens Lane
2015-02-26
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2014-10-06
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2013-07-10
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2013-07-01
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2013-06-20
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2013-06-10
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2013-05-21
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2013-05-19
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2013-03-18
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2013-01-13
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2012-08-16
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2012-07-08
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2012-01-17
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2011-05-25
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2011-04-27
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2011-04-27
Tornado
2011-03-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Flooding
Heavy Rain
2010-05-01Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Flooding
Heavy Rain
2009-09-21Hailstorm
2009-06-16
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2009-05-15
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2009-05-15
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2009-04-10
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2009-04-10
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2009-03-28
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2008-06-21
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2008-06-21
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2008-06-09
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2008-06-01
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2008-05-24Hailstorm
2007-07-23
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2003-07-13
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2003-06-11
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2003-06-10
Tornado
2003-05-11
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-05-06Tornado
2003-05-05
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2002-08-22
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2002-04-30
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2002-04-28
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2002-04-28
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2002-04-28
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2002-01-23Tornado
2001-10-24
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2001-09-12
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2001-05-31
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2000-06-25
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2000-05-24
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2000-03-25
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1999-08-12
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1999-01-17
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1998-04-16
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1997-04-21
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1997-04-19
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1997-01-24
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1996-05-26
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1996-04-29
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1995-05-18
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1995-05-16
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1995-03-20
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1995-01-28
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1995-01-28
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1994-06-29
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1994-06-29
Flooding
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1989-08-04Hailstorm
1988-04-23
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1988-04-23
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1988-04-23
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1984-05-07
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1984-05-07
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1984-05-06
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1982-04-26
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1980-04-08
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1980-03-24
Hurricane Frederic
1979-09-15
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1976-07-06
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1976-02-17
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1974-04-03
Hurricane Becky
1970-07-23
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1966-04-12
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1965-04-15
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1963-03-11
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1962-09-13
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1961-04-15
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1959-03-26
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1957-01-22
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1955-05-12