Moderate Risk California  ·  Wildfire / Earthquake

Calaveras County CA

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
45
Area
1,020
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Earthquake
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Calaveras County CA in California faces wildfire / earthquake risk across its 1,020 square mile area. San Andreas serves this Sierra Nevada foothills county with Gold Rush heritage. Calaveras serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Recommended Supplies

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

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Earthquake
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2020 Creek Fire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (209) 754-6370
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Calaveras County CA
State California (CA)
Population 45
Area 1,020 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other California 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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New Melones Dam CA
Major Dam  ·  Copperopolis, CA  ·  US Bureau of Reclamation  ·  20-mi risk zone
7/10 High

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