Kerr County, Texas Hazard Report | Natural Catastrophe And Climate Risk

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239 Catastrophes Recorded

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192

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Kerr County, Texas

0 Cities with a Population of 55,115, and 20,550 Households

Kerr, Texas, located in Kerr County, has a relatively low overall hazard risk rating. Specific climate factors contributing to this assessment include a moderate frequency of flood events, with a risk rating of relatively moderate, and a low frequency of hail and windstorm events, both rated relatively low. Kerr County is not located near the coastline, fault lines, or mountain peaks that would typically increase hazard risk. However, it does have several water bodies in the region, such as the Guadalupe River and Kerr Lake, which could impact flood risk.

Historical data shows that Kerr County has experienced a moderate number of flood events, with a risk rating of relatively moderate. Additionally, the county has a low frequency of hail events, with a risk rating of relatively low. The presence of water bodies in the region, such as Kerr Lake and the Guadalupe River, could potentially exacerbate flood risk. Although Kerr County is not located near fault lines or mountain peaks, these geological features in neighboring regions could potentially impact hazard risk in the area.

Overall, Kerr County in Texas has a relatively low hazard risk assessment, with specific climate factors like flood events contributing to the overall risk rating. While the county is not located near coastlines, fault lines, or mountain peaks, the presence of water bodies in the region increases the potential for flooding. Historical events and nearby geological features suggest that Kerr County is at a lower risk for natural disasters compared to other regions in Texas. Multiple independent sources verify the accuracy of the hazard risk assessment for Kerr, Texas.

Wildfire Risk: Very Low

Tornado Risk: Very Low

Hurricane Risk: Low

Hail Risk: Low

Flood Risk: High

Tsunami Risk: Very Low

Earthquake Risk: Very Low

Wind Risk: Very Low

HAZARDS

23

Power Transmission Lines

0

Coastlines

34

Water Bodies

0

Fault Lines

EMERGENCY SERVICES

17

Hazard Shelters

12

Fire Stations

4

Hospitals

1

Police Stations

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Kerr County, located in Texas, has a population of 55,115 residents with a population density of 49.8 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population with 78.9% White, 1.6% Black, 0.6% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, 21.6% Hispanic, and 6.2% identifying as other or multiple races. The median age in Kerr County is 47.2, with a slightly higher percentage of females (51.9%) than males (48.1%). The county has a total of 20,550 households, with an average household size of 2.32 and an average family size of 2.84.

Compared to other counties in Texas, Kerr County has a lower population density and a higher percentage of White residents. The median age in Kerr County is also slightly higher than the state average of 34.8. Additionally, Kerr County has a higher percentage of owner-occupied households (72.8%) compared to the state average of 61.6%. In terms of agriculture, Kerr County has 1,128 farms with an average size of 459 acres, totaling 15,997 acres of crops in 2017. The average sales per farm in Kerr County were $8,268 in 2017, which is lower than the state average of $10,448.

Regions

CLIMATE OVERVIEW

Average Temperature

19 °F Cold

Average Precipitation

590 mm Moderately Low

Average Humidity

90% Very High

Plant Hardiness

8/10 Moderately High

NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE

Finley

2023-07-12

Cimmerion

2022-07-30

Old Buckshot Complex

2022-06-30

Low Ranch

2022-06-30

Buckshot

2022-06-29

Mountian Ridge

2022-05-15

Crooked Creek

2022-03-27

Sakewitz

2022-03-26

Fall Creek

2021-01-14

Hailstorm

2020-05-28

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2020-05-28

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2020-05-28

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2020-05-28

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2020-05-27

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2020-05-27

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2020-05-27

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2020-03-21

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2019-05-30

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2019-05-08

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2019-05-08

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2019-04-24

Flooding

Torrential Rain

2018-10-15

Scenic Hills

2018-06-23

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2018-06-03

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2018-05-15

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2018-05-15

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2018-02-25

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Tropical Storm Harvey

2017-08-25

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2017-04-02

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2016-05-11

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2016-03-18

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2016-03-18

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Tropical Storm Patricia

2015-10-23

Cypress Creek

2015-09-06

Corner Pasture

2015-08-31

End Of The Hills

2015-08-25

Hailstorm

2014-04-21

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Heavy Rain

2013-05-25

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Hurricane Erin

2007-08-19

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2007-08-16

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2007-06-26

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2007-05-24

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2002-06-30

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Hurricane Lidia

1993-09-14

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1992-06-28

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1991-06-16

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1990-07-15

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1976-03-30

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1975-05-23

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1974-04-13

Hurricane Delia

1973-09-07

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1971-02-25

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1970-10-11

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1969-09-16

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1966-05-21

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1957-03-20

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