Moderate Risk South Dakota  ·  Blizzard / Flash Flooding

Faulk County SD

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
2
Area
1,001
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Blizzard / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Faulk County SD in South Dakota faces blizzard / flash flooding risk across its 1,001 square mile area. Faulkton serves this north-central South Dakota county on the James River. Faulk 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 Blizzard / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Blizzard
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (605) 598-6224
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Faulk County SD
State South Dakota (SD)
Population 2
Area 1,001 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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