Hazard Score
96 Catastrophes Recorded
Lee County, Virginia
1 Cities with a Population of 26,363, and 10,159 Households
Lee County, Virginia has a very low overall natural disaster and climate risk rating, with a risk score of 21.06. Specific risk assessments show that the county has relatively low to very low risk levels for various hazards including hail, thunderstorms, and wildfires. The frequency of events such as lightning strikes and flooding is moderate, with a relatively low impact on the area. The county's overall risk value is 2,746,244.99, indicating a very low level of vulnerability to natural disasters.
Lee County is located inland and does not have any coastline or major fault lines that could contribute to higher hazard risks. The county is characterized by mountainous terrain, with no active volcanoes or significant geological features that pose a threat of natural disasters. The area's population of 22,166 is relatively small, further reducing the potential impact of natural disasters on the local community. Historical data and nearby geological features do not suggest any significant risks of tsunamis, earthquakes, or volcanic activity in the region.
Overall, Lee County's natural disaster and climate risk assessment indicate a very low level of vulnerability to hazards. The county's location, topography, and historical event data support its low risk rating. While the area is not completely immune to natural disasters, the combination of factors such as low population density and absence of major geological risks contribute to a relatively low overall risk profile for Lee County, Virginia.
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
17
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
7
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
6
Hazard Shelters
13
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Lee County, located in Virginia, has a population of 26,363 people with a population density of 60.3 per square mile. The population is predominantly White, with 91.3% of the population being White, 3.6% Black, and 1.5% Hispanic. The median age in Lee County is 41.3, with a slightly higher percentage of males (50.6%) compared to females (46.4%). The average household size is 2.35, and there are 10,159 households in the county. Additionally, there are 1,012 farms in Lee County, with an average size of 116 acres and an average sales value of $18,026 in 2012.
Compared to other counties in Virginia, Lee County has a smaller population but a higher population density. The county has a higher percentage of White residents and a lower percentage of Black and Hispanic residents compared to the state average. The median age in Lee County is slightly higher than the state average, and the average household size is lower. In terms of agriculture, Lee County has a higher number of farms and a larger average farm size compared to the state average. Additionally, the average sales value of farms in Lee County is slightly lower than the state average.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Cgp - Lewis Hollow
2023-04-20
Hurd Hollow Fire
2023-04-02
Fall Hurd Fire
2022-11-06
Palomino Fire
2022-10-29
Wilderness Road
2022-04-03
Plan X Fire
2022-03-31
Old House Hollow Fire
2022-03-30
Paradise Cove Fire
2022-03-29
Wallen Hallow
2022-03-22
Hurricane Fred
2021-08-20
Flooding
Tropical Storm Claudette
2021-06-19Flooding
Torrential Rain
2021-02-28Lewis Hollow
2020-08-14
Hailstorm
2020-06-14
Radio Knowledge
2020-04-09
Flooding
Tropical Storm Michael
2018-10-10Hailstorm
2018-05-05
Newman Ridge
2018-04-22
Wallen Hollow
2018-03-05
Beech Grove
2017-04-09
Hwy 58 Hay Fire
2017-01-01
Nick
2016-11-02
Flash Fire
2016-04-16
Moore Peach
2016-04-10
1 O'Clock Fire
2016-03-31
Blackwater
2016-03-18
Wrc Dumpster
2015-05-03
Hwy 58 Vehicle Fire
2014-12-01
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2014-07-27
Hailstorm
2014-04-28
Hailstorm
2013-06-13
Hailstorm
2012-08-01
Hailstorm
2012-03-15
Tornado
2012-03-02
Hailstorm
2012-03-02
Hailstorm
2011-04-09
Hailstorm
2011-03-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Hailstorm
2010-05-14
Flooding
Tropical Storm Ida
2009-11-10Tornado
2009-06-16
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-04-10
Hailstorm
2009-02-18
Hailstorm
2008-06-28
Hailstorm
2007-08-13
Hailstorm
2007-04-03
Hailstorm
2006-09-28
Hailstorm
2006-04-19
Hailstorm
2006-04-19
Hailstorm
2005-12-28
Hailstorm
2005-12-28
Hailstorm
2004-06-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-05-27Tornado
2004-05-26
Tornado
2004-05-26
Hailstorm
2004-05-10
Hailstorm
2004-05-10
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-03-05Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-11-19Hailstorm
2003-07-12
Hailstorm
2003-05-08
Flooding
Rain And Snow
2003-02-15Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-11-10
Hailstorm
2002-07-03
Hailstorm
2002-05-01
Hailstorm
2002-04-28
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-03-17Flooding
Heavy Rain
2002-01-23Hailstorm
2001-08-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2001-08-03Flooding
Heavy Rain
2001-07-29Hailstorm
2000-08-17
Hailstorm
2000-07-14
Hailstorm
1999-05-07
Hailstorm
1998-09-06
Hailstorm
1998-05-25
Hailstorm
1998-04-16
Hailstorm
1998-04-16
Hailstorm
1998-04-16
Hailstorm
1998-04-16
Hailstorm
1997-06-02
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1997-02-28Hailstorm
1995-05-10
Hailstorm
1985-05-31
Hailstorm
1985-05-31
Hurricane Eloise
1975-09-24
Hailstorm
1975-05-26
Tornado
1974-04-04
Hailstorm
1968-04-23