Hazard Score
224 Catastrophes Recorded
Callahan County, Texas
0 Cities with a Population of 14,970, and 5,447 Households
Shackelford County in Texas has a very low overall risk rating, with specific risk factors such as hail, wind, lightning, and wildfires all rated at relatively low levels. The county has a relatively high risk for hurricanes, which could impact the area due to its location in the southern United States. However, the overall risk remains low due to the infrequency of hurricane events in the region. The county also faces a moderate risk of flooding, with a relatively low risk rating overall.
The area's geography includes features such as rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas that could increase the risk of flooding during heavy rainfall events. Shackelford County is not located near any coastlines, fault lines, or major mountain peaks that would significantly impact the risk of natural disasters in the area. The county's relatively low population and building values contribute to its low overall risk rating, as there are fewer assets at risk during natural disasters. Historical events in the area support the low risk assessment, with limited reports of significant natural disasters impacting the county in recent years.
In conclusion, Shackelford County in Texas faces a very low overall risk of natural disasters, with specific hazard factors rated at relatively low levels. The area's geography and lack of proximity to coastlines, fault lines, or major mountain peaks contribute to its low risk rating. While certain factors like hurricanes and flooding pose a moderate risk, the county's low population and building values help to mitigate potential impacts. Overall, the county's natural disaster and climate risk assessment indicates a relatively low level of vulnerability to major events in the area.
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: Very Low
HAZARDS
19
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
18
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
6
Hazard Shelters
1
Fire Stations
0
Hospitals
1
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Callahan County, located in Texas, has a population of 14,970 with a population density of 16.6 people per square mile. The county has a diverse population with 85% White, 1% Black, 0.5% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 6.8% Hispanic residents. The median age in the county is 43.1, with a fairly even distribution between males (44.1%) and females (46.3%). The average household size is 2.47, and there are 3,893 families living in the county.
In terms of housing, Callahan County has 6,549 housing units, with a homeownership rate of 65.5%. The county has a vacancy rate of 16.8% and a rental occupancy rate of 17.7%. In terms of agriculture, there are 992 farms in the county with an average size of 568 acres. The total crop acres in 2017 were 85,494, with an average sales value of $32,508 per farm. Callahan County's population and demographic composition are relatively average compared to other counties in Texas, with a slightly higher percentage of White residents and lower percentages of Black and Hispanic residents. The county also has a lower population density compared to the state average.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Clark
2023-06-26
Mudpath
2022-08-29
Flying Eye
2022-07-26
Whitby
2022-07-18
Tatum
2022-07-13
Savannah
2022-03-01
Taylor Creek
2022-02-09
Spring Creek
2022-01-20
Mill Creek
2022-01-15
Little Stasney
2021-12-10
Red Fence
2021-10-28
Vines
2021-08-23
Moore
2021-08-20
Bent Twig
2021-02-05
Greer Mountain
2020-12-27
Deep Creek
2020-08-30
Hubbard Creek
2020-08-30
Swager Creek
2020-08-27
Newell
2020-08-17
Chimney
2020-08-15
Eolian
2020-07-22
Park
2020-07-21
Skull
2020-06-13
Buffalo
2020-06-09
Hailstorm
2020-05-21
Hailstorm
2020-04-11
Hailstorm
2020-04-11
Hailstorm
2020-03-17
Fish Creek
2019-11-20
Crooked Tree
2019-11-15
Jones
2019-10-20
Water Tank
2019-10-15
Dc3
2019-08-29
Acampo
2019-08-16
West
2019-08-16
Buck Nail
2019-08-13
Big Nail
2019-07-29
Hailstorm
2019-06-16
Schade
2018-07-01
Everett
2018-06-24
Merrick Davis
2018-06-24
Davis
2018-06-02
Acres
2018-06-02
Armadillo
2018-05-27
Hailstorm
2018-03-26
152
2018-03-15
Newell
2018-02-26
T.J. Hendricks Estate
2017-07-27
Bomar
2016-07-28
Rockwall
2016-07-27
Dawson-Conway
2016-07-25
Tornado
2016-05-29
Hailstorm
2016-05-28
Hailstorm
2016-05-28
Hailstorm
2016-05-11
Hailstorm
2016-05-11
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2016-04-18Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-11-26Flooding
Tropical Storm Patricia
2015-10-23Jetter Two
2015-10-14
Newual 1
2015-09-12
Hailstorm
2015-09-11
Chimney Creek Two
2015-09-02
Hailstorm
2015-05-16
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2015-05-08
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2015-05-07
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2015-05-07
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2015-05-06
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2015-05-06
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2015-05-06
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2015-05-05Hailstorm
2015-04-26
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2015-04-26
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2015-04-26
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2015-04-18
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2015-04-17
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2013-06-05
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2012-05-04
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2012-05-04
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2011-05-22
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2011-05-22
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2011-05-22
Tornado
2011-04-24
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2011-04-24
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2011-04-24
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2011-04-24
Hurricane Hermine
2010-09-10
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2009-06-10
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2008-04-26
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2008-04-26
Tornado
2008-04-23
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2008-04-23
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2008-04-09
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-06-26Hailstorm
2007-06-01
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-05-24Tornado
2007-05-08
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2007-04-24
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2006-11-29
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2006-06-17
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2006-06-17
Tornado
2006-05-05
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2006-05-05
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2006-04-28
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2005-05-08
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2004-11-23
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2004-06-04
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2004-06-04
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2004-05-13
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2004-04-30
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2004-04-30
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2004-04-30
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2004-04-30
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2004-04-23
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2004-04-23
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2004-04-23
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2004-03-20
Tornado
2004-03-04
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2003-06-11
Tornado
2003-05-15
Tornado
2003-05-15
Tornado
2003-05-15
Tornado
2003-05-15
Hailstorm
2003-05-07
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2003-05-03
Tornado
2003-04-23
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2002-05-25
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2002-05-25
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2002-05-25
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2002-05-07
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2002-05-04
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2002-05-04
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2002-04-29
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2002-04-29
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2002-04-29
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2002-04-29
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2002-04-29
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2002-04-29
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2002-04-29
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2002-04-25
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2002-04-25
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-04-25Hailstorm
2002-03-30
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2001-10-11
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2001-10-10
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2001-10-10
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2001-09-08
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2000-04-30
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
2000-03-29Hailstorm
2000-03-25
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2000-03-25
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2000-03-02
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2000-02-22
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1999-09-24
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1999-05-31
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1999-05-10
Tornado
1998-06-12
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1998-06-07
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1998-06-04
Tornado
1998-04-26
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1998-04-26
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1998-04-26
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1997-03-25
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1997-03-24
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1996-10-21
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1996-06-06
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1996-05-30
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1996-04-22
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1996-04-21
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1996-04-21
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1995-07-04
Tornado
1994-05-29
Tornado
1994-05-29
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1994-05-29
Tornado
1994-05-29
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1994-05-29
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1994-04-25
Tornado
1994-02-19
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1993-05-01
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1993-04-13
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1993-03-27
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1992-05-13
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1991-06-16
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1991-04-25
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1990-06-01
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1990-05-14
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1989-06-10
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1989-05-12
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1989-05-12
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1989-05-12
Tornado
1989-05-04
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1989-05-03
Tornado
1987-09-11
Tornado
1987-05-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1985-10-19Hailstorm
1985-08-26
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1985-06-05Hailstorm
1985-05-12
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1985-05-12
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1985-05-12
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1985-05-12
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1985-05-12
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1985-05-12
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1983-06-05
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1982-05-24
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1982-05-12
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1981-04-21
Tornado
1980-08-23
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1980-05-27
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1980-05-07
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1980-05-01
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1979-05-21
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1979-05-21
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1978-05-17
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1976-05-30
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1976-05-23
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1965-05-28
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1961-06-04
Tornado
1961-05-07
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1956-05-24