Natural Disaster Risk in South Plains
Texas
Risk Summary for South Plains
South Plains scores 5.2/10 (Moderate risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Hail.
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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: South Plains, Texas
South Plains, in Floyd County, is a small unincorporated community situated in the arid interior West. Its diverse climate brings an exceptionally varied climate from humid subtropical in the east to desert in the west, and in particular overlapping tornado, hurricane, flood, and drought seasons. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that South Plains residents and property owners must navigate.
According to FEMA's National Risk Index, South Plains carries an overall risk score of 5.2/10, placing it in the moderate category. Large hail is the dominant natural hazard, with supercell thunderstorms regularly producing damaging hailstones capable of destroying crops, vehicles, and roofs. The area also faces notable exposure to drought and wildfire.
Within Texas, South Plains's risk is, near the 5.6/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Floyd County identifies hail as the foremost hazard, followed by drought and wildfire. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
With a moderate risk rating, South Plains 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 hail is recommended.
What this means for South Plains: Hail preparedness
- Document roof and property condition annually to streamline any future hail claims.
- Impact-resistant (Class 4) roofing can reduce hail damage and may lower insurance premiums.
- Park vehicles under cover when severe storms are forecast to avoid costly hail damage.
Local Factors for South Plains
These city-level factors differentiate South Plains from other communities in Floyd County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
14
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Mild Temperate
Latitude 34.2°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
Moderate — seasonal fire risk
Fire score: 7.7/10
Coordinates
34.2434° N, 101.2965° W
Floyd County
Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.
Recent Climate Data for South Plains
Last 12 months · Source: Open-Meteo archive
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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.