Barnes County ND in North Dakota faces blizzard / red river flooding risk across its 1,492 square mile area. Valley City on the Sheyenne River serves this east-central North Dakota county. Barnes 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Blizzard / Red River Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Tornado |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (701) 845-8500 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Barnes County ND |
| State | North Dakota (ND) |
| Population | 11 |
| Area | 1,492 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other North Dakota Counties
Ward County ND
Flooding / Nuclear Weapons Proximity
7/10
High
Nelson County ND
Blizzard / Red River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Sioux County ND
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Griggs County ND
Blizzard / Red River Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Cass County ND
Tornado / Flooding
6/10
Moderate
Oliver County ND
Tornado / Missouri River Flooding
6/10
Moderate