Natural Disaster Risk in Fountain
Colorado
Risk Summary for Fountain
Fountain scores 7.7/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Winter Weather.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Above-average risk — check your policy limits
Standard homeowners insurance may not fully cover all hazards rated highly in this area. Verify that your policy includes adequate coverage for the top local hazards, and ask your insurer about specific endorsements or separate policies (e.g., flood, earthquake).
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Fountain, Colorado
Fountain is a city of approximately 31,241 residents in El Paso County, in the Great Plains. The area experiences dry air, significant mountain snowfall, and rapid weather changes, with dramatic spring snowstorms and summer hailstorms shaping the pattern of natural hazards that residents encounter. Understanding the local risk profile is essential for anyone living in, moving to, or owning property in Fountain.
FEMA rates Fountain's composite natural disaster risk at 7.7 out of 10 — high risk. Severe winter storms top the local risk profile, bringing blizzard conditions, ice storms, and extreme cold that pose health risks and cause extensive property and infrastructure damage. Residents should also account for hail and lightning risk in their preparedness planning.
Fountain's risk score, considerably above the 5.2/10 state average and well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for El Paso County, the highest-scoring are winter, hail, and lightning. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, Fountain residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for winter and secondary hazards, registering for emergency alerts, and maintaining a household emergency kit are practical steps that can significantly reduce impact during a major event.
What this means for Fountain: Winter Weather preparedness
- Insulate pipes and keep a backup heat source to prevent freezing during extended cold.
- Maintain an emergency kit in your vehicle and home for snow- or ice-related power outages.
- Clear roof snow loads when heavy to prevent structural strain and ice dams.
Local Factors for Fountain
These city-level factors differentiate Fountain from other communities in El Paso County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
31,241
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 38.6°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
High — long dry fire season
Fire score: 9.9/10
Coordinates
38.5835° N, 104.6741° W
El Paso 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 Fountain
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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.