Butts County Disaster Risk
Butts County, Georgia
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
21th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#109
of 159 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
32th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 32% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 39% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 45% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 49% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 48% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Butts County, Georgia
Butts ranks well below national average
Butts County's composite risk score of 20.52 is significantly below Georgia's 39.49 state average, placing it comfortably in the Very Low risk category. This county faces substantially lower natural disaster risks than most U.S. counties.
Among Georgia's safest counties
Butts ranks in the top tier of safer Georgia counties, well above the state average for protection from natural hazards. The county's Very Low rating makes it one of the more resilient areas in the state.
Butts among the safer counties regionally
With a score of 20.52, Butts is safer than neighbors like Carroll County (70.45) and comparable to Candler County (11.58). The county sits in a relatively protected zone compared to higher-risk areas in the state.
Tornado and earthquake risks modest but present
Butts County's tornado risk score of 44.88 and earthquake risk of 48.73 are moderate, not negligible. Flood risk at 32.09 suggests some wet-weather preparedness is warranted, particularly in lower-lying areas.
Basic coverage meets most needs here
Standard homeowners insurance typically covers wind and hail damage, which should address Butts' moderate tornado risk. Consider adding earthquake coverage as an optional endorsement and review flood insurance if you're in a designated flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Butts County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Butts County
Risk Verdict
Butts County sits in the lower tier of U.S. counties for natural disaster exposure, ranked at the 21th percentile nationally. A preparedness foundation — alert registration, household communication plan, and a basic supply review — costs little and remains valuable even at Butts County's favorable 21th percentile ranking.
Hazard Breakdown
Earthquake risk is Butts County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 49th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Hurricane ranks second at the 48th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (45th percentile), wildfire (39th percentile), flood (32th percentile).
Preparedness Context
At the 49th percentile nationally for earthquake exposure, Butts County households benefit from practicing Drop, Cover, and Hold On — the protocol that minimizes injury during shaking. Getting under a sturdy table or desk and holding on until shaking stops is the key action. Alongside earthquake exposure, Butts County's hurricane risk at the 48th percentile nationally reinforces the value of maintaining a household emergency supply cache usable for multiple hazard scenarios. Building age matters for earthquake risk in Butts County: structures built before local seismic code adoption are statistically more vulnerable. Contacting the local building department about retrofit programs can reveal whether your structure qualifies for mitigation assistance.
Regional Context
Butts County falls 19.0 points below Georgia's typical county risk level, making it one of the safer natural-hazard environments in the state.
Is your household prepared for Butts 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.