Natural Disaster Risk in Pine Valley
Utah
Risk Summary for Pine Valley
Pine Valley scores 6.1/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Wildfire.
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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: Pine Valley, Utah
Pine Valley, in Washington County, is a small unincorporated community 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 Pine Valley residents and property owners must navigate.
Pine Valley's overall natural disaster risk is rated 6.1/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. The threat of wildfire dominates the local risk environment, with hot, dry summers and abundant fuel creating dangerous fire conditions each year. Secondary hazards include landslide and lightning.
Within Utah, Pine Valley's risk is, slightly above the 5.5/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Washington County identifies wildfire as the foremost hazard, followed by landslide and lightning. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
Pine Valley'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.
What this means for Pine Valley: Wildfire preparedness
- Prepare a go-bag and evacuation plan; wildfires can move faster than expected when winds pick up.
- Create defensible space by clearing flammable vegetation within 30–100 feet of structures.
- Use fire-resistant roofing and screen vents to block ember intrusion, the leading cause of home ignition.
Local Factors for Pine Valley
These city-level factors differentiate Pine Valley from other communities in Washington County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
355
RuralGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 37.4°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
High — long dry fire season
Fire score: 10.0/10
Coordinates
37.4120° N, 113.4722° W
Washington 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 Pine Valley
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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.