Moderate Risk Minnesota  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Clay County MN

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
64
Area
1,045
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Clay County MN in Minnesota faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 1,045 square mile area. Moorhead on the Red River of the North faces serious spring flooding with Fargo. Clay 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 Red River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (218) 299-5012
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Clay County MN
State Minnesota (MN)
Population 64
Area 1,045 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Moorhead MN

// Cities in This County

// Other Minnesota 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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Red River Valley Levee System ND/MN
Major Dam  ·  Fargo, ND  ·  US Army Corps of Engineers  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High
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Fargo Moorhead Diversion Project ND
Major Dam  ·  Fargo, ND  ·  Metro Flood Diversion Authority  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High

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