Natural Disaster Risk in Gleneden Beach

Natural Hazard Profile: Gleneden Beach, Oregon

Gleneden Beach, in Lincoln County, is a small community of about 911 situated in the Pacific Northwest. Its oceanic climate brings mild, wet winters on the coast and semi-arid conditions inland, and in particular a high wildfire risk period in the dry summer months. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Gleneden Beach residents and property owners must navigate.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Gleneden Beach carries an overall risk score of 5.7/10, placing it in the moderate category. Tsunami risk is the primary coastal hazard, driven by the area's proximity to seismically active offshore zones capable of generating ocean waves that inundate low-lying coastlines. The area also faces notable exposure to volcano and earthquake.

Within Oregon, Gleneden Beach's risk is, near the 5.7/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Lincoln County identifies tsunami as the foremost hazard, followed by volcano and earthquake. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Gleneden Beach 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 tsunami is recommended.