Low Risk Idaho  ·  Wildfire / Winter Storm

Benewah County ID

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

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
9
Area
776
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Winter Storm
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Benewah County ID in Idaho faces wildfire / winter storm risk across its 776 square mile area. St. Maries on the St. Maries River serves this north Idaho Panhandle county. Benewah 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 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Winter Storm
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (208) 245-3212
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Benewah County ID
State Idaho (ID)
Population 9
Area 776 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Other Idaho Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

Coeur dAlene Lake Superfund ID
Superfund Site  ·  Coeur d Alene, ID  ·  Various / EPA  ·  5-mi risk zone
8/10 High

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