Carroll County Disaster Risk
Carroll County, Georgia
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
70th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#26
of 159 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
71th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 71% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 79% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Moderate
Higher than 92% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 76% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 65% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Carroll County, Georgia
Carroll faces elevated national risk
Carroll County's composite risk score of 70.45 is well above Georgia's 39.49 state average, placing it in the Relatively Low category but with significantly elevated exposure. The county faces substantially higher natural disaster risks than most U.S. counties.
Among Georgia's riskiest counties
Carroll ranks in Georgia's top tier for natural disaster risk, with one of the state's highest composite scores. The county's Relatively Low rating reflects state comparisons but masks serious multi-hazard vulnerabilities.
Carroll stands out as the highest-risk county
Carroll's score of 70.45 is significantly higher than regional peers like Catoosa (64.63), Burke (37.31), and Butts (20.52). Only a handful of Georgia counties exceed Carroll's overall risk exposure.
Tornado risk is the dominant threat
Carroll's tornado risk score of 91.79 is among Georgia's highest, reflecting the county's location in a naturally active weather corridor. Flood risk at 70.77 and wildfire risk at 78.66 compound the vulnerability, with earthquake and hurricane risks also significant at 76.24 and 64.66 respectively.
Multi-hazard protection is critical
Carroll residents should carry comprehensive homeowners insurance with strong wind and hail coverage for tornado protection. Adding flood insurance is prudent given the 70.77 flood risk, and wildfire coverage should be evaluated for properties in forest-adjacent areas.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Carroll County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Carroll County
Risk Verdict
Carroll County's FEMA risk score places it at the 70th 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 Carroll County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 92th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Wildfire ranks second at the 79th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include earthquake (76th percentile), flood (71th percentile), hurricane (65th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Tornado exposure at the 92th percentile nationally makes Carroll 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. Alongside tornado exposure, wildfire at the 79th percentile nationally means Carroll County households face multi-hazard severe-weather seasons that benefit from a single integrated emergency plan covering both threats. In Carroll 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 Georgia county average is 31.0 composite points below Carroll County's score, a gap that reflects the county's elevated position in the state's hazard distribution.
Is your household prepared for Carroll 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.