Moderate Risk Utah  ·  Wildfire / Earthquake

Summit County UT

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
41
Area
1,871
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Earthquake
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Summit County UT in Utah faces wildfire / earthquake risk across its 1,871 square mile area. Park City faces wildfire risk and Wasatch Fault earthquake proximity with major ski resorts. Summit 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Wildfire / Earthquake
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2020 Earthquake
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (435) 336-3200
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Summit County UT
State Utah (UT)
Population 41
Area 1,871 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other Utah 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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Jordanelle Dam UT
Major Dam  ·  Heber City, UT  ·  Utah Division of Water Resources  ·  20-mi risk zone
8/10 High

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