Natural Disaster Risk in Hollow Rock
Tennessee
Risk Summary for Hollow Rock
Hollow Rock scores 6.4/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Earthquake.
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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: Hollow Rock, Tennessee
Hollow Rock is a small community of about 1,183 in Carroll 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 Hollow Rock.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, Hollow Rock carries an overall risk score of 6.4/10, placing it in the high category. Earthquake risk stands out in the local hazard profile, driven by proximity to fault systems with a history of significant ground movement. The area also faces notable exposure to cold wave and tornado.
Hollow Rock's risk score, slightly above 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 Carroll County, the highest-scoring are earthquake, cold wave, and tornado. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.
With a high natural disaster risk rating, Hollow Rock residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for earthquake 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 Hollow Rock: 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 Hollow Rock
These city-level factors differentiate Hollow Rock from other communities in Carroll County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
1,183
Small TownGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 36.1°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Lower — moist climate limits wildfire frequency
Fire score: 3.0/10
Coordinates
36.1077° N, 88.2902° W
Carroll 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.