Natural Disaster Risk in Carroll County

Natural Hazard Profile: Carroll County, New Hampshire

Carroll County is located in the United States in New Hampshire, home to roughly 50,016 residents. The county experiences long, cold winters and brief, warm summers, with heavy nor'easter snowstorms shaping the natural hazards faced by its communities. FEMA assesses risk at this county level, providing the baseline for every city and ZIP code within its boundaries.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Carroll County carries an overall risk score of 5.7/10, placing it in the moderate category. The threat of avalanche is the primary natural hazard here, with winter snowpack instability on mountain terrain posing risks to roads, structures, and outdoor recreation activities. The area also faces notable exposure to hurricane and winter.

Carroll County's risk score, slightly below the 6.2/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Carroll County, the highest-scoring are avalanche, hurricane, and winter. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

With a moderate risk rating, Carroll County 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.