Natural Disaster Risk in Dawson Springs
Kentucky
Risk Summary for Dawson Springs
Dawson Springs scores 6.7/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Ice Storm.
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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: Dawson Springs, Kentucky
Dawson Springs, in Hopkins County, is a town of roughly 5,888 residents situated in the interior eastern United States. Its humid subtropical climate brings hot, humid summers and cold winters with ice storm risk, and in particular recurring winter ice storm events. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Dawson Springs residents and property owners must navigate.
Dawson Springs's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.7/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Freezing rain and ice accretion are the primary winter hazard, with glaze ice events capable of downing power lines, snapping tree limbs, and making roads impassable for days. Secondary hazards include wind and earthquake.
Within Kentucky, Dawson Springs's risk is, slightly above the 5.5/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Hopkins County identifies ice storm as the foremost hazard, followed by wind and earthquake. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, Dawson Springs residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for ice storm 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 Dawson Springs: Ice Storm preparedness
- Have a backup heat source and charged devices ready before winter storms arrive.
- Prepare for multi-day power outages, as ice accretion frequently downs power lines.
- Keep walkways treated and avoid travel during freezing-rain events.
Local Factors for Dawson Springs
These city-level factors differentiate Dawson Springs from other communities in Hopkins County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
5,888
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 37.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 2.9/10
Coordinates
37.1797° N, 87.6923° W
Hopkins 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.