Natural Disaster Risk in Fish Haven
Idaho
Risk Summary for Fish Haven
Fish Haven scores 4.7/10 (Moderate risk), near the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Avalanche.
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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: Fish Haven, Idaho
Fish Haven is a small unincorporated community in Bear Lake County, in the Great Plains. The area experiences dry summers, cold winters, and significant wildfire risk, with a high fire danger period from July through September 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 Fish Haven.
FEMA rates Fish Haven's composite natural disaster risk at 4.7 out of 10 — moderate risk. Snow avalanche exposure tops the local risk profile, with the area's mountain setting and annual snowfall loading producing regular avalanche cycles on steep slopes. Residents should also account for volcano and landslide risk in their preparedness planning.
Fish Haven's risk score, near the 5.1/10 state average and near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Bear Lake County, the highest-scoring are avalanche, volcano, and landslide. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
With a moderate risk rating, Fish Haven 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 avalanche is recommended.
What this means for Fish Haven: Avalanche preparedness
- Check avalanche forecasts before backcountry travel and carry a beacon, probe, and shovel.
- Be aware of slope angles and recent snow loading, which drive avalanche risk.
- Properties in runout zones may require specialized hazard assessment and insurance.
Local Factors for Fish Haven
These city-level factors differentiate Fish Haven from other communities in Bear Lake County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
255
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Cool Continental
Latitude 42.0°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
High — long dry fire season
Fire score: 8.1/10
Coordinates
42.0367° N, 111.4589° W
Bear Lake County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
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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.