Logan County Disaster Risk
Logan County, Colorado
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
59th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#17
of 64 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
47th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 47% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 64% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 73% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 34% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Logan County, Colorado
Logan County faces above-average disaster risk
With a composite risk score of 58.75 and a Relatively Low rating, Logan County experiences notably more disaster exposure than the typical U.S. county. Tornado and wildfire risks drive this elevated profile, with both hazards scoring substantially above national norms.
Mid-range risk among Colorado counties
Logan County's 58.75 score exceeds Colorado's 40.67 state average by roughly 45%, placing it in the higher-risk tier of Colorado communities. While not the state's riskiest, Logan residents face significantly greater hazard exposure than those in lower-risk counties.
Riskier than plains peers, safer than mountains
Logan (58.75) faces substantially more risk than Kit Carson (32.47) and Lincoln (7.47) to the south and east, yet less than Larimer (90.14) to the northwest. Among northeastern Colorado's high-plains counties, Logan carries the second-highest composite risk.
Tornadoes and wildfires pose clear threats
Tornado risk scores 73.31—high for Colorado—reflecting Logan's position on the spring severe-weather corridor where conditions frequently spawn tornadoes and hail. Wildfire risk at 63.58 reflects grassland fuel and drought-prone conditions; both hazards can develop and impact the county with little warning.
Secure wind and wildfire coverage
Homeowners in Logan County should prioritize comprehensive coverage for tornado, wind, and hail damage—the county's tornado risk is among Colorado's highest. Add wildfire and grass-fire protection to standard policies, maintain a home emergency kit with supplies for rapid evacuation, and identify a safe room for severe weather.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Logan County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Logan County
Risk Verdict
Logan County's FEMA risk score places it at the 59th percentile nationally, indicating lower-than-typical exposure for a U.S. county. A moderate composite score often means one or two hazard categories are doing the heavy lifting — knowing which ones matters for preparation.
Hazard Breakdown
Tornado risk is Logan County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 73th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 64th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (47th percentile), earthquake (34th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Tornado exposure at the 73th percentile nationally makes Logan County a county where a battery-powered weather radio — not just smartphone apps — is a worthwhile household investment, given that mobile networks often fail during severe storms. Wildfire is the second hazard driver for Logan County at the 64th percentile nationally, meaning households should maintain awareness of both severe-weather and wildfire-specific warning systems. In Logan County, tornado watches indicate favorable atmospheric conditions while warnings mean rotation has been detected — households benefit from understanding this distinction so they shelter immediately on a warning, not after seeking visual confirmation.
Regional Context
The Colorado county average is 18.1 composite points below Logan County's score, a gap that reflects the county's elevated position in the state's hazard distribution.
Is your household prepared for Logan County's hazards?
Review FEMA's county-specific preparedness checklists and emergency planning guides.
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Data Source
Risk data sourced from the FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Risk scores are relative rankings (0–100) across all US counties — not absolute risk measures. Higher scores indicate higher relative risk compared to other counties.
Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not financial, insurance, or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making insurance or real estate decisions.