Natural Disaster Risk in Pleasant Grove
Utah
Risk Summary for Pleasant Grove
Pleasant Grove scores 7.4/10 (High risk), above the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Avalanche.
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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: Pleasant Grove, Utah
Pleasant Grove, in Utah County, is a city of approximately 47,813 residents 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 Pleasant Grove residents and property owners must navigate.
Pleasant Grove's overall natural disaster risk is rated 7.4/10 (High) by FEMA's National Risk Index. Snow avalanche exposure tops the local risk profile, with the area's mountain setting and annual snowfall loading producing regular avalanche cycles on steep slopes. Secondary hazards include earthquake and lightning.
Within Utah, Pleasant Grove's risk is, considerably above the 5.5/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Utah County identifies avalanche as the foremost hazard, followed by earthquake and lightning. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.
Pleasant Grove'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 Pleasant Grove: Avalanche preparedness
- Properties in runout zones may require specialized hazard assessment and insurance.
- Check avalanche forecasts before backcountry travel and carry a beacon, probe, and shovel.
- Be aware of slope angles and recent snow loading, which drive avalanche risk.
Local Factors for Pleasant Grove
These city-level factors differentiate Pleasant Grove from other communities in Utah County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.
Population
47,813
SuburbanGeographic Zone
Inland
Reduced coastal hazard exposure
Climate Band
Moderate Continental
Latitude 40.4°
Flood Terrain
Minimal — county topography limits flood risk
Flood score: 1.0/10
Wildfire Exposure
High — long dry fire season
Fire score: 9.9/10
Coordinates
40.3859° N, 111.6842° W
Utah 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.