Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 03740

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 03740, New Hampshire

ZIP 03740 in Bath sits along the northeastern Atlantic Seaboard. Its humid continental climate produces long, cold winters and brief, warm summers, and notably heavy nor'easter snowstorms. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 03740 carries an overall risk score of 6.2/10, placing it in the high category. Landslide and debris flow risk tops the local hazard profile, with steep terrain and periodic heavy rainfall creating conditions for rapid slope failure in vulnerable areas. The area also faces notable exposure to avalanche and winter.

Within New Hampshire, ZIP 03740's risk is, near the 6.2/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of New Hampshire identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by avalanche and winter. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 03740 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for landslide 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.