Natural Disaster Risk in Holladay
Tennessee
Risk Summary for Holladay
Holladay scores 5.5/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Earthquake.
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🏠 What this means for insurance
Average risk — standard coverage usually sufficient
This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.
This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.
Natural Hazard Profile: Holladay, Tennessee
Holladay is a town of roughly 2,578 residents in Benton County, in the interior eastern United States. The area experiences hot summers, mild winters, and transitional weather patterns, with tornado risk in both spring and fall shaping the pattern of natural hazards that residents encounter. Understanding the local risk profile is essential for anyone living in, moving to, or owning property in Holladay.
FEMA rates Holladay's composite natural disaster risk at 5.5 out of 10 — moderate risk. The area's position within a seismically active region makes earthquake preparedness a top priority for residents and property owners alike. Residents should also account for landslide and cold wave risk in their preparedness planning.
Holladay's risk score, near the 5.8/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA for Benton County, the highest-scoring are earthquake, landslide, and cold wave. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
With a moderate risk rating, Holladay 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 earthquake is recommended.
What this means for Holladay: Earthquake preparedness
- Standard homeowners insurance excludes earthquake damage — a separate earthquake policy or endorsement is needed.
- Secure heavy furniture, water heaters, and shelving to wall studs to reduce injury and damage during shaking.
- Identify "drop, cover, and hold on" spots in each room and keep an emergency kit with water for at least 72 hours.
Local Factors for Holladay
These city-level factors differentiate Holladay from other communities in Benton County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
2,578
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 35.9°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 2.6/10
Coordinates
35.8768° N, 88.0889° W
Benton 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.