Moderate Risk South Dakota  ·  Blizzard / Flash Flooding

Marshall County SD

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
4
Area
838
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Blizzard / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Marshall County SD in South Dakota faces blizzard / flash flooding risk across its 838 square mile area. Britton serves this northeast South Dakota county near the Minnesota border. Marshall 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 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (605) 448-5213
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Marshall County SD
State South Dakota (SD)
Population 4
Area 838 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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