Scott County
Kentucky — Natural Disaster Risk Assessment
LowComposite Risk Score
National percentile: 56th
Scott County faces low composite natural disaster risk (NRI Risk Index score 56.1, 56th national percentile), driven primarily by strong wind and tornado exposure. Expected annual loss across all 18 hazard types is $21M.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 · Updated December 2025
Top Hazards
All 18 Hazard Risks
| Strong Wind | High | 5.68 / yr | $3M |
| Tornado | Medium | 0.16 / yr | $4M |
| Earthquake | Low | 0.00 / yr | $1M |
| Lightning | Medium | 51.14 / yr | $581K |
| Winter Weather | Medium | 11.11 / yr | $142K |
| Ice Storm | Medium | 0.85 / yr | $169K |
| Riverine Flood | Low | 1.36 / yr | $9M |
| Hail | Low | 3.20 / yr | $369K |
| Cold Wave | Low | 1.32 / yr | $1M |
| Heat Wave | Low | 2.74 / yr | $408K |
| Landslide | Very Low | 0.32 / yr | $895 |
| Hurricane | Very Low | 0.02 / yr | $27K |
| Drought | Very Low | 2.45 / yr | $7K |
| Wildfire | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $5K |
| Avalanche | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $0 |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $0 |
| Tsunami | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $0 |
| Volcanic Activity | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the overall natural disaster risk for Scott County?
Scott County has a composite FEMA National Risk Index score of 56.1 out of 100, placing it in the Low category and the 56th national percentile. This combines Expected Annual Loss, Social Vulnerability, and Community Resilience across 18 hazard types.
What are the top natural hazards in Scott County?
The three highest-rated hazards are Strong Wind (High, $3M EAL), Tornado (Medium, $4M EAL), Earthquake (Low, $1M EAL). These account for most of the county's expected annual losses.
How does Scott County compare to other Kentucky counties?
Scott County ranks #35 of 120 Kentucky counties for overall natural disaster risk, with a low rating.
What does Expected Annual Loss (EAL) mean?
EAL is FEMA's estimate of average annual dollar losses from natural hazards, calculated from historical event data and exposure models. Scott County's $21M EAL is a statistical average, not a guarantee for any specific year or address.