Lincoln County
Missouri — Natural Disaster Risk Assessment
LowComposite Risk Score
National percentile: 67th
Lincoln County faces low composite natural disaster risk (NRI Risk Index score 67.1, 67th national percentile), driven primarily by heat wave and landslide exposure. Expected annual loss across all 18 hazard types is $32M.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 · Updated December 2025
Top Hazards
All 18 Hazard Risks
| Heat Wave | Medium | 11.53 / yr | $5M |
| Landslide | Low | 0.50 / yr | $27K |
| Strong Wind | Medium | 5.77 / yr | $2M |
| Earthquake | Low | 0.00 / yr | $2M |
| Hail | Medium | 5.25 / yr | $937K |
| Tornado | Medium | 0.46 / yr | $3M |
| Riverine Flood | Low | 1.89 / yr | $16M |
| Cold Wave | Medium | 2.26 / yr | $3M |
| Lightning | Medium | 49.98 / yr | $434K |
| Wildfire | Very Low | 0.00 / yr | $96K |
| Winter Weather | Low | 9.37 / yr | $96K |
| Drought | Low | 3.34 / yr | $108K |
| Ice Storm | Low | 1.15 / yr | $40K |
| Hurricane | Very Low | 0.01 / yr | $4K |
| 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 Lincoln County?
Lincoln County has a composite FEMA National Risk Index score of 67.1 out of 100, placing it in the Low category and the 67th national percentile. This combines Expected Annual Loss, Social Vulnerability, and Community Resilience across 18 hazard types.
What are the top natural hazards in Lincoln County?
The three highest-rated hazards are Heat Wave (Medium, $5M EAL), Landslide (Low, $27K EAL), Strong Wind (Medium, $2M EAL). These account for most of the county's expected annual losses.
How does Lincoln County compare to other Missouri counties?
Lincoln County ranks #32 of 115 Missouri 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. Lincoln County's $32M EAL is a statistical average, not a guarantee for any specific year or address.