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Natural Disaster Risk β€” ZIP Code 89822

Carlin, Nevada

4.1out of 10
Moderate Risk

Risk Summary for ZIP 89822

ZIP 89822 scores 4.1/10 (Moderate risk), near the U.S. average of 4.5. The leading hazard is Volcanic Activity.

Top Hazards

Volcanic Activity Wildfire Avalanche

All 18 Hazard Scores

Volcanic Activity
9.3
Wildfire
9.2
Avalanche
8.7
Drought
6.4
Tsunami
5.4
Earthquake
4.9
Coastal Flooding
4.9
Landslide
4.2
Winter Weather
3.7
Hurricane
2.4
Extreme Heat
2.2
Cold Wave
1.8
Hail
1.5
Strong Wind
1.4
Lightning
1.4
Tornado
1.3
Ice Storm
1.3
Riverine Flooding
1.0

How it compares

ZIP 89822
4.1
Nevada avg.
5.1
US national avg.
4.5

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🏠 What this means for insurance

Average risk β€” standard coverage usually sufficient

This area carries average natural disaster risk. A standard homeowners or renters policy should cover common events, but review the exclusions for floods and earthquakes, which are almost never included by default.

This is general information only. Consult a licensed insurance professional for advice specific to your property.

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 89822, Nevada

ZIP 89822 in Carlin sits in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. Its desert climate produces extreme summer heat and very low precipitation, and notably intense heat waves in summer. These conditions define the natural disaster environment for households across this ZIP code.

According to FEMA's National Risk Index, ZIP 89822 carries an overall risk score of 4.1/10, placing it in the moderate category. Volcanic activity is the foremost natural hazard, with the area situated near active volcanic systems capable of producing lava flows, ashfall, and pyroclastic hazards. The area also faces notable exposure to wildfire and avalanche.

Within Nevada, ZIP 89822's risk is, slightly below the 5.1/10 state average. Nationally, it ranks near the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. FEMA's analysis of Nevada identifies volcano as the foremost hazard, followed by wildfire and avalanche. These rankings reflect the relative frequency and severity of each hazard type in the local environment.

With a moderate risk rating, ZIP 89822 residents are well-served by maintaining standard preparedness practices β€” an emergency supply kit, awareness of local hazard seasonality, and insurance that covers the top local risks. Periodic review of coverage for volcano is recommended.

What this means for ZIP 89822: Volcanic Activity preparedness

  • Protect electronics and HVAC systems from fine volcanic ash during eruptions.
  • Keep dust masks and eye protection on hand for ashfall events, which can affect breathing and visibility.
  • Monitor official volcano alert levels and have an evacuation plan for lava or lahar zones.

Risk for the surrounding area

Local Factors for ZIP 89822

These city-level factors differentiate ZIP 89822 from other communities in Nevada County and provide geographic context for its hazard exposure.

Population

1,971

Small Town

Geographic Zone

Pacific Coast

Tsunami, coastal flood & wildfire risk

Climate Band

Moderate Continental

Latitude 40.5Β°

Flood Terrain

Minimal β€” county topography limits flood risk

Flood score: 1.0/10

Wildfire Exposure

High β€” long dry fire season

Fire score: 9.2/10

Coordinates

40.4924Β° N, 116.1890Β° W

Population and coordinates from SimpleMaps US Cities data. Hazard scores from FEMA National Risk Index. Geographic classification derived from coordinates.

Recent Climate Data for ZIP 89822

Last 12 months Β· Source: Open-Meteo archive

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Data source: FEMA National Risk Index (NRI). County-level data applied to ZIP codes within each county. Scores are normalized to 1–10 across all US counties. This information is for general awareness only β€” consult official emergency management resources and a licensed insurer for property-specific advice.