Natural Disaster Risk in Bicknell

Natural Hazard Profile: Bicknell, Utah

Bicknell, in Wayne County, is a small community of about 531 situated in the Great Plains. Its semi-arid climate brings dry conditions, hot summers, and heavy mountain snowfall, and in particular significant avalanche risk in mountain terrain each winter. These conditions collectively define the natural hazard environment that Bicknell residents and property owners must navigate.

Bicknell's overall natural disaster risk is rated 4.8/10 (Moderate) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The area faces significant landslide risk, where mountainous topography and saturated soils during wet periods combine to create hazardous mass movement conditions. Secondary hazards include volcano and avalanche.

Within Utah, Bicknell's risk is, slightly below the 5.5/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Wayne County identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by volcano and avalanche. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, Bicknell 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 landslide is recommended.