Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 82934

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 82934, Wyoming

ZIP 82934 in Granger sits in the Great Plains. Its semi-arid climate produces high winds, cold winters, and significant snowfall at elevation, and notably blizzards and rapid weather changes. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 82934 carries an overall risk score of 5.0/10, placing it in the moderate 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 winter and avalanche.

Within Wyoming, ZIP 82934's risk is, near the 5.3/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Wyoming identifies landslide as the foremost hazard, followed by winter and avalanche. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

ZIP 82934's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that landslide exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.