Natural Disaster Risk in Lake Village
Arkansas
Risk Summary for Lake Village
Lake Village scores 5.5/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Drought.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Lake Village, Arkansas
Lake Village, in Chicot County, is a town of roughly 4,813 residents situated in the interior eastern United States. Its humid subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and frequent severe thunderstorm activity, and in particular a volatile spring storm season. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Lake Village residents and property owners must navigate.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Lake Village carries an overall risk score of 5.5/10, placing it in the moderate category. Drought is the leading natural hazard, with multi-year dry periods capable of depleting water supplies, devastating agriculture, and increasing wildfire risk across the region. The area also faces notable exposure to earthquake and hurricane.
Within Arkansas, Lake Village's risk is, slightly below the 6.2/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Chicot County identifies drought as the foremost hazard, followed by earthquake and hurricane. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
With a moderate risk rating, Lake Village residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices — an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for drought is recommended.
What this means for Lake Village: Drought preparedness
- Follow local water-use restrictions, which may be enacted during severe drought conditions.
- Adopt water-efficient landscaping and fixtures to reduce strain during extended dry periods.
- Be aware that prolonged drought raises secondary risks including wildfire and foundation soil movement.
Local Factors for Lake Village
These city-level factors differentiate Lake Village from other communities in Chicot County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
4,813
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 33.4°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 2.0/10
Coordinates
33.3692° N, 91.2768° W
Chicot County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
Recent Climate Data for Lake Village
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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). Scores normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. City scores inherit county-level FEMA data. For informational purposes only.