Hazard Score
168 Catastrophes Recorded
Dodge County, Wisconsin
4 Cities with a Population of 90,297, and 33,840 Households
Columbia County, Wisconsin faces relatively low to moderate risk levels for a variety of natural disasters, including flooding, hailstorms, strong winds, and tornadoes. The area has seen a significant number of lightning events, with a frequency of 39.77 occurrences per year. The county is also prone to hail events, with a frequency of 3.81 occurrences per year, resulting in a relatively high risk rating for hail-related disasters.
The region's specific climate factors, including its proximity to the Great Lakes and presence of water bodies, contribute to its susceptibility to severe weather events. Columbia County is also characterized by its relatively low elevation and lack of significant geological features like fault lines or mountain peaks that could impact hazard risk. The county's historical events, such as frequent lightning strikes and hailstorms, further highlight its vulnerability to natural disasters.
While Columbia County may not face extreme risk levels compared to other regions, it is essential for residents and local authorities to remain prepared for potential disasters. By staying informed about weather patterns, implementing proper emergency protocols, and investing in infrastructure improvements, the county can better mitigate the impact of natural disasters and ensure the safety of its population.
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: Moderate
HAZARDS
82
Power Transmission Lines
0
Coastlines
16
Water Bodies
0
Fault Lines
EMERGENCY SERVICES
42
Hazard Shelters
14
Fire Stations
2
Hospitals
10
Police Stations
COMMUNITY PROFILE
Dodge County, Wisconsin, has a population of 90,297 with a population density of 99.5 people per square mile. The majority of the population is White, accounting for 92% of the total population, followed by Black (2.6%), Hispanic (3.9%), and other races. The county has a slightly higher percentage of males (51.6%) compared to females (46.6%), with a median age of 40.7 years. The average household size is 2.44, and the majority of households are married with children (21.1%) or married with no children (33.6%). The county has a total of 37,005 housing units, with an owner-occupancy rate of 66.5% and a renter-occupancy rate of 24.9%. The county also has a significant agricultural presence, with 1,749 farms in 2017, covering a total of 340,487 acres.
Compared to other counties in Wisconsin, Dodge County has a higher population density and a larger percentage of White residents. The county also has a lower percentage of Black residents compared to the state average. In terms of household composition, Dodge County has a higher percentage of married households with children and married households without children compared to the state average. The county's agricultural sector is significant, with a higher number of farms and total crop acres compared to other counties in the state. Additionally, the average farm size and average sales value per farm in Dodge County are higher than the state average, indicating a strong agricultural economy in the county.
Regions
CLIMATE OVERVIEW
NATURAL CATASTROPHE TIMELINE
Hailstorm
2020-10-12
Hailstorm
2020-08-25
Flooding
Snowmelt, Heavy Rain, Ice Jams
2019-03-13Hailstorm
2018-10-09
Hailstorm
2018-08-09
Tornado
2018-06-16
Hailstorm
2018-06-16
Hailstorm
2018-06-16
Hailstorm
2018-06-16
Hailstorm
2018-06-16
Hailstorm
2018-06-16
Hailstorm
2018-04-13
Hailstorm
2017-05-17
Hailstorm
2017-05-17
Hailstorm
2017-05-15
Hailstorm
2015-07-13
Hailstorm
2015-07-13
Hailstorm
2015-05-03
Hailstorm
2014-08-01
Hailstorm
2014-08-01
Hailstorm
2014-05-26
Hailstorm
2014-05-07
Hailstorm
2014-04-12
Hailstorm
2014-04-12
Hailstorm
2014-04-12
Tornado
2013-06-22
Hailstorm
2013-06-12
Hailstorm
2013-04-30
Hailstorm
2012-05-28
Hailstorm
2012-05-06
Hailstorm
2012-05-06
Hailstorm
2011-06-06
Hailstorm
2011-06-06
Hailstorm
2011-04-03
Tornado
2010-07-07
Hailstorm
2010-07-07
Hailstorm
2010-06-06
Hailstorm
2009-07-27
Hailstorm
2009-07-27
Hailstorm
2008-06-28
Tornado
2008-06-12
Tornado
2008-06-07
Tornado
2008-06-07
Tornado
2008-06-07
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2008-06-05Tornado
2008-04-25
Tornado
2008-04-25
Tornado
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Hailstorm
2008-04-25
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2007-08-16Hailstorm
2007-04-30
Hailstorm
2007-04-30
Hailstorm
2007-03-21
Hailstorm
2006-10-04
Hailstorm
2006-10-04
Hailstorm
2006-10-04
Hailstorm
2006-10-04
Hailstorm
2006-10-02
Hailstorm
2006-10-02
Hailstorm
2006-10-02
Hailstorm
2006-09-30
Hailstorm
2006-08-24
Hailstorm
2006-08-24
Hailstorm
2006-08-24
Hailstorm
2006-08-24
Hailstorm
2006-07-22
Hailstorm
2006-07-22
Hailstorm
2006-07-20
Hailstorm
2006-07-17
Hailstorm
2006-07-17
Hailstorm
2006-07-01
Hailstorm
2006-06-28
Hailstorm
2006-06-28
Hailstorm
2006-06-25
Hailstorm
2006-06-25
Hailstorm
2006-06-25
Tornado
2006-06-06
Hailstorm
2006-06-06
Hailstorm
2006-05-27
Hailstorm
2006-05-17
Hailstorm
2006-05-17
Tornado
2005-08-18
Hailstorm
2005-07-25
Hailstorm
2005-06-10
Hailstorm
2005-05-19
Hailstorm
2005-05-19
Hailstorm
2005-03-30
Hailstorm
2004-08-03
Tornado
2004-07-16
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-06-10Tornado
2004-05-23
Flooding
Heavy Rain
2004-05-22Hailstorm
2003-08-02
Hailstorm
2003-08-02
Hailstorm
2003-05-10
Hailstorm
2002-06-21
Hailstorm
2002-06-21
Hailstorm
2002-05-30
Hailstorm
2002-05-06
Hailstorm
2002-04-18
Hailstorm
2002-04-18
Hailstorm
2001-06-17
Hailstorm
2001-06-17
Hailstorm
2001-06-14
Hailstorm
2000-09-01
Hailstorm
2000-06-01
Hailstorm
2000-03-08
Hailstorm
2000-03-08
Hailstorm
2000-03-08
Hailstorm
1999-06-08
Hailstorm
1999-06-08
Hailstorm
1999-02-11
Hailstorm
1998-09-01
Hailstorm
1998-09-01
Hailstorm
1998-09-01
Flooding
Brief Torrential Rain
1998-08-04Hailstorm
1998-05-28
Hailstorm
1995-06-07
Hailstorm
1994-06-25
Hailstorm
1994-06-25
Hailstorm
1994-04-14
Hailstorm
1993-07-03
Hailstorm
1993-07-03
Hailstorm
1993-06-17
Hailstorm
1993-06-08
Hailstorm
1992-07-19
Flooding
Heavy Rain
1990-08-18Tornado
1988-05-08
Tornado
1988-05-08
Hailstorm
1986-07-12
Hailstorm
1986-07-12
Hailstorm
1986-04-25
Hailstorm
1985-07-04
Hailstorm
1984-08-29
Hailstorm
1984-08-29
Tornado
1984-06-08
Tornado
1984-06-08
Tornado
1984-06-08
Hailstorm
1982-08-02
Hailstorm
1982-08-01
Tornado
1982-05-17
Tornado
1980-07-29
Tornado
1980-07-29
Hailstorm
1980-05-30
Hailstorm
1980-04-07
Tornado
1979-08-09
Hailstorm
1978-04-03
Hailstorm
1976-08-13
Tornado
1976-04-15
Hailstorm
1974-04-21
Hailstorm
1973-08-18
Hailstorm
1970-06-11
Tornado
1970-05-09
Tornado
1968-05-18
Tornado
1963-08-16
Tornado
1963-08-16
Tornado
1963-08-16
Tornado
1959-05-28
Tornado
1959-05-10
Tornado
1954-07-30
Tornado
1951-09-26