Natural Disaster Risk in Woods Cross

Natural Hazard Profile: Woods Cross, Utah

Located in the Great Plains in Davis County, Woods Cross is a city of approximately 16,808 residents. The semi-arid climate that characterizes this part of Utah — marked by dry conditions, hot summers, and heavy mountain snowfall — directly influences the types and severity of natural hazards present, making Woods Cross a community where hazard awareness has real practical value.

FEMA rates Woods Cross's composite natural disaster risk at 7.0 out of 10 — high risk. Avalanche risk is the dominant natural hazard, with steep mountain terrain and heavy seasonal snowpack creating conditions for dangerous snow slides in and around the area. Residents should also account for earthquake and lightning risk in their preparedness planning.

Relative to other U.S. communities, Woods Cross's natural disaster risk is well above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10, slightly above the 5.5/10 state average. The hazard distribution here is led by avalanche and earthquake, as measured by FEMA across Davis County. While city-specific sub-county variation exists, these scores represent the best available federal risk estimate.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, Woods Cross residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for avalanche 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.