Low Risk South Carolina  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Oconee County SC

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
76
Area
674
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Oconee County SC in South Carolina faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 674 square mile area. Walhalla serves this upstate South Carolina corner county near the Georgia-NC border. Oconee 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (864) 638-4242
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Oconee County SC
State South Carolina (SC)
Population 76
Area 674 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Other South Carolina Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

Oconee Nuclear Station SC
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Seneca, SC  ·  Duke Energy  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High
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Hartwell Dam SC GA
Major Dam  ·  Hartwell, SC  ·  US Army Corps of Engineers  ·  30-mi risk zone
7/10 High

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