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FEMA National Risk Index

Sagadahoc County Disaster Risk

Sagadahoc County, Maine

FEMA Risk Rating

Very Low

National Percentile

23th

of 3,144 counties

State Rank

#16

of 16 (1 = highest risk)

Flood Risk

75th

percentile

Hazard Risk Breakdown

Flood

River, coastal, and surface flooding risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 75% of US counties

Wildfire

Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk

Very Low

Higher than 14% of US counties

Tornado

Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk

Very Low

Higher than 13% of US counties

Earthquake

Seismic activity and ground shaking risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 48% of US counties

Hurricane

Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk

Relatively Low

Higher than 78% of US counties

Risk Advisory: Sagadahoc County

Risk Verdict

Sagadahoc County has a very low overall disaster risk profile, scoring in the 23th percentile nationally. This county is among the safer counties in the United States from a natural disaster perspective, though no area is entirely risk-free.

Hazard Breakdown

Hurricane risk is the dominant hazard for Sagadahoc County, scoring in the 78th percentile nationally. It is followed by flood risk at the 75th percentile. Additional hazards include earthquake (48th), wildfire (14th), tornado (13th).

Preparedness Context

With hurricane risk as the top concern, Sagadahoc County residents should know your evacuation route, stockpile supplies for at least 72 hours, and review your homeowners and flood insurance policies annually. Secondary risks such as flood also warrant attention in household and community preparedness planning. FEMA recommends all households maintain at least 72 hours of food, water, and medication supplies regardless of specific hazard exposure.

Regional Context

Sagadahoc County is notably safer than the average county in Maine. Its composite risk score is 33.4 points lower than the state average, indicating below-average exposure to natural hazards relative to other counties in the state.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the natural disaster risk in Sagadahoc County, ME?
Sagadahoc County has a FEMA National Risk Index rating of Very Low, placing it in the 23th percentile nationally out of 3,144 counties. This composite score reflects the county's overall exposure to natural hazards including floods, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, and hurricanes, weighted by expected annual loss and social vulnerability.
What types of natural hazards affect Sagadahoc County?
Sagadahoc County is evaluated for five major natural hazard types: hurricane (78th percentile), flooding (75th percentile), earthquake (48th percentile), wildfire (14th percentile), tornado (13th percentile). The highest-risk hazard is hurricane at the 78th percentile nationally. These scores are derived from FEMA's National Risk Index, which analyzes expected annual loss, social vulnerability, and community resilience for each hazard type.
How does Sagadahoc County risk compare to the Maine average?
Sagadahoc County's composite risk percentile is 23th, compared to the Maine state average of 57th percentile. The state's overall risk rating is Relatively Low. This means Sagadahoc County faces lower natural disaster risk than the typical county in Maine.
Is Sagadahoc County at risk for hurricane?
Yes, Sagadahoc County's hurricane risk is at the 78th percentile nationally. This places it in the top quartile for this hazard type. For flooding specifically, Sagadahoc County is at the 75th percentile.
How is natural disaster risk measured?
FEMA's National Risk Index (NRI) calculates risk scores for 18 natural hazard types across all U.S. counties and census tracts. The composite score combines Expected Annual Loss (estimated dollar losses from each hazard), Social Vulnerability (demographic factors affecting disaster impact), and Community Resilience (ability to recover). Percentile scores rank each county against all 3,144 U.S. counties, and risk ratings range from Very Low to Very High.
Is Sagadahoc County a safe place to live?
Sagadahoc County's composite risk score of 23th percentile is below the Maine state average of 57th percentile, indicating relatively lower exposure to natural hazards. However, no county is completely risk-free. The primary hazard type is hurricane at the 78th percentile. Residents should still maintain emergency preparedness plans and appropriate insurance coverage.

Counties with Similar Risk

Knox County

Maine

+5.2

Very Low

29th percentile

Lincoln County

Maine

+8.5

Very Low

32th percentile

Waldo County

Maine

+17.3

Very Low

41th percentile

By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

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.

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