Natural Disaster Risk in Divide

Natural Hazard Profile: Divide, Colorado

Located in the Great Plains in Teller County, Divide is a town of roughly 4,599 residents. The semi-arid continental climate that characterizes this part of Colorado — marked by dry air, significant mountain snowfall, and rapid weather changes — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Divide a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Divide's composite natural disaster risk at 5.3 out of 10 — moderate risk. Wildfire is the primary natural hazard, driven by dry seasonal conditions, fire-prone vegetation, and the wind patterns that can spread flames rapidly across the landscape. Residents should also account for volcano and landslide risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Divide's natural disaster risk is above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, near the 5.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wildfire and volcano, as measured by FEMA across Teller County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a moderate risk rating, Divide 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 wildfire is recommended.