Natural Disaster Risk in El Dorado
Kansas
Risk Summary for El Dorado
El Dorado scores 7.0/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Wildfire.
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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: El Dorado, Kansas
Located in the interior eastern United States in Butler County, El Dorado is a city of approximately 16,978 residents. The semi-arid continental climate that characterizes this part of Kansas — marked by hot summers, cold winters, and exposure at the heart of Tornado Alley — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making El Dorado a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.
El Dorado's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.0/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Fire risk is the leading concern in the area, where seasonal drought and combustible vegetation combine to create a high-risk wildfire environment. Secondary hazards include winter and tornado.
Relative to other U.S. communities, El Dorado's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, considerably above the 5.2/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by wildfire and winter, as measured by FEMA across Butler County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.
El Dorado's high risk designation reflects meaningful exposure to natural hazards. Residents should verify that their insurance covers the area's primary risks, prepare a family emergency plan, and stay informed about seasonal hazard peaks through local weather and emergency management services.
What this means for El Dorado: Wildfire preparedness
- Use fire-resistant roofing and screen vents to block ember intrusion, the leading cause of home ignition.
- Prepare a go-bag and evacuation plan; wildfires can move faster than expected when winds pick up.
- Create defensible space by clearing flammable vegetation within 30–100 feet of structures.
Local Factors for El Dorado
These city-level factors differentiate El Dorado from other communities in Butler County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
16,978
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 37.8°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 9.6/10
Coordinates
37.8487° N, 96.7981° W
Butler 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.