Natural Disaster Risk in Tenmile

Natural Hazard Profile: Tenmile, Oregon

Located in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast in Douglas County, Tenmile is a small community of about 592. The oceanic climate that characterizes this part of Oregon — marked by mild, wet winters on the coast and semi-arid conditions inland — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Tenmile a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

Tenmile's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.7/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Coastal tsunami exposure is the dominant hazard concern, with the regional tectonic environment capable of generating both local and distant-source tsunami waves. Secondary hazards include volcano and earthquake.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Tenmile's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.7/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by tsunami and volcano, as measured by FEMA across Douglas County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

Tenmile'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.