Moderate Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Dakota County NE

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
21
Area
265
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Dakota County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 265 square mile area. South Sioux City on the Missouri faces serious flooding at the Iowa South Dakota border. Dakota serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
  • Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
  • Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
  • Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.

// Recommended Supplies

Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Missouri River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (402) 987-2126
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Dakota County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 21
Area 265 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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