Camas County Disaster Risk
Camas County, Idaho
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
6th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#40
of 44 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
3th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 3% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 81% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 2% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Very Low
Higher than 23% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Camas County, Idaho
Camas ranks among America's safest
Camas County scores just 5.98 on composite risk, placing it in the very low category with minimal exposure to most hazards. Its high elevation and remote location shield it from major natural disaster threats.
Second-safest county in Idaho
At 5.98, Camas is nearly 85% below Idaho's state average of 38.51, making it one of only a handful of truly low-risk counties statewide. Only Butte County's 4.42 is lower.
Safer than all surrounding counties
Camas's 5.98 score contrasts sharply with Caribou's 7.22 and Cassia's 43.58, demonstrating the protected geography of central Camas County. Its isolation from major fault lines and fire corridors explains the dramatically lower risk.
Wildfire is Camas's only meaningful threat
Wildfire risk reaches 80.82, the only significant hazard in Camas County, while all other exposures are negligible—flood at 3.37, tornado at 1.72, and earthquake at 23.22. This concentrated risk simplifies emergency preparedness.
Wildfire coverage recommended despite low overall risk
Although Camas is among America's safest counties overall, your 80.82 wildfire score means standalone wildfire insurance is still prudent for those in forested areas. Standard homeowners policies exclude this hazard entirely.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Camas County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Camas County
Risk Verdict
At the 6th percentile nationally, Camas County experiences relatively limited natural hazard pressure compared to most of the country. A 6th percentile score positions Camas County among the nation's lower-risk counties, a genuinely favorable outcome — one that simple, low-cost preparedness habits can reinforce further.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Camas County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 81th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 23th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (3th percentile), tornado (2th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Camas County's dominant hazard is wildfire, ranked at the 81th percentile nationally. Maintaining at least 30 feet of lean, clean vegetation around structures in Camas County and keeping gutters clear of debris significantly reduces ignition risk from wind-driven embers. A secondary earthquake exposure at the 23th percentile nationally means Camas County residents face hazards from two distinct natural peril categories during different seasons. Camas County's households benefit from reviewing homeowners insurance before fire season, specifically whether the policy covers replacement cost rather than actual cash value, and whether it includes additional living expenses if displacement is required.
Regional Context
A composite score 32.5 points below the Idaho state average puts Camas County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Camas 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.