Hazard Score
47 Catastrophes Recorded
Calhoun County, West Virginia
2 Cities with a Population of 7,819, and 3,268 Households
Calhoun, West Virginia has a very low overall risk rating for natural disasters, with specific focus on very low risk ratings for events such as earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, and wildfires. While the area experiences some hail, wind, and lightning events, their impact is generally considered very low. Specific climate factors for the region include a relatively low risk of flooding and landslides, with a historical average of no events for landslides and a moderate frequency of flooding events.
Geological features in the area include mountain peaks that may contribute to the relatively low risk of certain natural disasters. Calhoun County is not located near any coastlines, fault lines, or major water bodies that would significantly impact hazard risk. The county's topography and geographical location contribute to its very low risk ratings for most natural disaster events. Historical data and nearby features support the accuracy of the risk assessment, highlighting the area's overall low susceptibility to major natural disasters.
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: Very Low
HAZARDS
2
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
1
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
12
Hazard Shelters
3
Fire Stations
1
Hospitals
2
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Calhoun County in West Virginia has a population of 7,819 with a population density of 27.9 people per square mile. The county has a relatively small population compared to other counties in the state, with 9.4% of the population being Black, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.2% Asian, 0.04% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.7% Hispanic. The county has a slightly higher percentage of females (48.7%) compared to males, and the median age is 45.1 years.
In terms of housing, Calhoun County has 3,268 households with an average size of 2.33 people per household. The county has a homeownership rate of 64.4%, with 21.4% of households being vacant and 22.6% being renter-occupied. In terms of agriculture, Calhoun County has 296 farms with an average size of 206 acres, and the total crop acreage in 2017 was 12,439 acres with an average sales value of $8,046 per farm.
Compared to other counties in West Virginia, Calhoun County has a smaller population and lower population density. The county also has a higher percentage of Black residents compared to the state average of 3.6%. Additionally, the homeownership rate in Calhoun County is higher than the state average of 72.9%. In terms of agriculture, the county has a smaller number of farms but a larger average farm size and crop acreage compared to the state average.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2020-03-22Hailstorm
2019-06-02
Hailstorm
2017-03-01
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2016-06-23Hailstorm
2015-05-26
Hailstorm
2011-05-12
Hailstorm
2011-05-12
Flooding
Torrential Rain
2011-04-18Hailstorm
2011-03-21
Flooding
Heavy Rain And Snow
2011-03-07Flooding
Heavy Rain Snowmelt Dam B
2010-03-10Hailstorm
2008-06-23
Hailstorm
2008-06-20
Hailstorm
2008-06-01
Hailstorm
2008-06-01
Hailstorm
2007-06-13
Hailstorm
2007-06-05
Hailstorm
2007-06-05
Hailstorm
2007-03-14
Hailstorm
2006-06-08
Hailstorm
2006-06-04
Hailstorm
2006-05-26
Hailstorm
2006-05-02
Hurricane Frances
2004-09-10
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-11-19Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-06-13Hailstorm
2003-05-09
Hailstorm
2003-05-09
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2003-02-22Hailstorm
2002-05-08
Hailstorm
2001-06-20
Hailstorm
1996-06-04
Flooding
None
1996-05-13Flooding
Heavy Rain
1995-08-07Hailstorm
1993-06-09
Hailstorm
1992-06-24
Hailstorm
1992-04-24
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1991-12-02Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-12-31Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-09-07Hailstorm
1990-06-09
Hailstorm
1989-04-25
Hailstorm
1989-04-25
Hailstorm
1989-04-25
Hurricane Claudette
1979-07-29
Hurricane Bob
1979-07-16
Hurricane Gracie
1959-10-02