Juab County Disaster Risk
Juab County, Utah
FEMA Risk Rating
Very Low
National Percentile
15th
of 3,144 counties
State Rank
#18
of 29 (1 = highest risk)
Flood Risk
5th
percentile
Hazard Risk Breakdown
Flood
River, coastal, and surface flooding risk
Very Low
Higher than 5% of US counties
Wildfire
Wildland and wildland-urban interface fire risk
Moderate
Higher than 91% of US counties
Tornado
Tornado and severe thunderstorm risk
Very Low
Higher than 7% of US counties
Earthquake
Seismic activity and ground shaking risk
Relatively Low
Higher than 79% of US counties
Risk Overview
About Natural Disaster Risk in Juab County, Utah
Juab County among America's safest regions
Juab County's composite risk score of 15.30 places it in the Very Low category, dramatically below both the national average and Utah's state average of 36.19. Despite high wildfire scores, the county's overall risk profile remains exceptionally benign.
Third-lowest risk in Utah
Among Utah's 29 counties, Juab ranks in the bottom tier for composite disaster risk, ahead of only Grand (10.27) and Piute (0.89). Its remote central location and sparse population contribute to this favorable positioning.
Safer than most surrounding counties
Juab's 15.30 score makes it one of the safest counties in its region, lower than Millard (22.17) to the west and significantly below Sevier County to the south. Only neighboring Morgan County (3.47) poses lower overall risk.
Wildfire risk dominates despite low overall score
Wildfire risk registers at 91.03—well above state average—making it the primary natural hazard in Juab County. Earthquake risk (79.33) ranks second, though both remain localized threats given the county's isolation and small population.
Wildfire coverage should be your priority
Though Juab County's overall risk is low, wildfire exposure warrants dedicated insurance protection unavailable in standard homeowner policies. Residents should secure wildfire coverage and maintain defensive landscaping, while earthquake insurance offers secondary protection in this relatively safe county.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index · Narrative reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor
Preparedness Guide
What to Prepare for in Juab County
Top Hazards by Exposure
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.19.0 · Percentiles are national (3,144 counties)
Risk Advisory: Juab County
Risk Verdict
At the 15th percentile nationally, Juab County experiences relatively limited natural hazard pressure compared to most of the country. Residents of Juab County can use the 15th percentile ranking as a baseline, while recognizing that individual properties may still lie in specific hazard zones that differ from the county average.
Hazard Breakdown
Wildfire risk is Juab County's dominant natural hazard, ranked at the 91th percentile nationally under FEMA's National Risk Index. Earthquake ranks second at the 79th percentile nationally. Additional tracked hazards include tornado (7th percentile), flood (5th percentile).
Preparedness Context
Juab County's dominant hazard is wildfire, ranked at the 91th percentile nationally. Maintaining at least 30 feet of lean, clean vegetation around structures in Juab County and keeping gutters clear of debris significantly reduces ignition risk from wind-driven embers. Alongside wildfire, earthquake at the 79th percentile nationally means a multi-season preparedness mindset — fire season and flood or storm season often require different household plans. Juab 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 20.9 points below the Utah state average puts Juab County in a better-than-typical position relative to neighboring counties.
Is your household prepared for Juab 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.