Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 84767

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 84767, Utah

ZIP 84767 in Springdale sits in the Great Plains. Its semi-arid climate produces dry conditions, hot summers, and heavy mountain snowfall, and notably significant avalanche risk in mountain terrain each winter. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 84767 carries an overall risk score of 6.1/10, placing it in the high category. Wildfire is the primary natural hazard, driven by dry seasonal conditions, fire-prone vegetation, and the wind patterns that can spread flames rapidly across the landscape. The area also faces notable exposure to landslide and lightning.

Within Utah, ZIP 84767'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 Utah 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.

With a high natural disaster risk rating, ZIP 84767 residents benefit from taking preparedness seriously. Reviewing insurance coverage for wildfire 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.