Robertson County Disaster Risk
Robertson County, Tennessee
FEMA Risk Rating
Relatively Low
National Percentile
60th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#42
of 95 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
53th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 53% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Very Low
Higher than 24% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 73% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Moderate
Higher than 89% of US counties
Hurricane
Tropical cyclone and hurricane risk
Very Low
Higher than 33% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Robertson County, Tennessee
Robertson's risk remains below national average
Robertson County scores 60.43 on composite risk—a Relatively Low rating and roughly 15% lower than the national average. This places Robertson among the safer American counties for natural disaster exposure. However, one specific hazard drives elevated risk in certain conditions.
Below average risk for Tennessee
At 60.43, Robertson sits 15% below Tennessee's state average of 52.45, making it one of the lower-risk counties statewide. This favorable comparison reflects the county's rolling Middle Tennessee terrain and relatively stable weather patterns. However, tornadoes remain a persistent threat across the region.
Among the safer counties in Middle Tennessee
Robertson (60.43) ranks safer than neighboring Rutherford (91.73) but carries similar or slightly higher risk than adjacent counties in the region. Its tornado risk of 73.22 aligns with Tennessee's statewide tornado exposure, while wildfire risk (23.57) remains one of the state's lowest. Robertson residents enjoy relative safety compared to counties in East Tennessee and the southwest.
Tornadoes and earthquakes drive exposure
Robertson's tornado risk reaches 73.22—well above the state average—making spring and early summer particularly hazardous. Earthquake risk (88.74) is surprisingly high, though major quakes remain rare; flood risk (53.12) affects areas near waterways and low-lying terrain. Tornado preparedness should be the top priority for Robertson households.
Prepare for tornadoes, secure broader coverage
Ensure your homeowners policy explicitly covers tornado and wind damage, and verify your liability limits meet current home values in Robertson. Develop and practice a family tornado plan, including a designated safe room away from windows. Consider earthquake and flood insurance as secondary protections, especially if your property sits on or near floodplain areas.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Robertson County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Robertson County
Risk Verdict
Robertson County ranks at the 60th percentile nationally for natural disaster risk — below the median for U.S. counties. Residents are encouraged to understand which hazards dominate locally and tailor their preparedness accordingly.
Hazard Breakdown
Earthquake risk is Robertson County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 89th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Tornado ranks second at the 73th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include flood (53th percentile), hurricane (33th percentile), wildfire (24th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Robertson County ranks at the 89th percentile nationally for earthquake risk. Unlike most natural hazards, earthquakes provide no advance warning; preparedness here means structural adjustments and a practiced response, not alert monitoring. Tornado at the 73th percentile nationally is a separate hazard dimension for Robertson County that requires different protective strategies from earthquake preparedness. For earthquake preparedness, Robertson County's county emergency management office often maintains a list of community water supply points, Red Cross shelter locations, and post-quake assistance programs — useful resources to identify before an event occurs.
Regional Context
Compared to other Tennessee counties, Robertson County runs 8.0 composite risk points higher than the state mean — reflecting above-average hazard concentration in this area.
Is your household prepared for Robertson 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.