Moderate Risk Nebraska  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Dodge County NE

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
37
Area
531
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Dodge County NE in Nebraska faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 531 square mile area. Fremont on the Platte River was severely flooded in 2019 and is west of Omaha. Dodge 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 Platte River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (402) 727-2710
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Dodge County NE
State Nebraska (NE)
Population 37
Area 531 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Fremont NE

// Cities in This County

// Other Nebraska Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

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Platte River Levee System NE
Major Dam  ·  Omaha, NE  ·  US Army Corps of Engineers  ·  10-mi risk zone
7/10 High

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.