Moderate Risk Utah  ·  Earthquake / Wildfire

Wasatch County UT

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
33
Area
1,175
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Wasatch County UT in Utah faces earthquake / wildfire risk across its 1,175 square mile area. Heber City on the Wasatch Front faces Wasatch Fault earthquake risk near Deer Creek Lake. Wasatch 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 Earthquake / Wildfire
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) 657-3190
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Wasatch County UT
State Utah (UT)
Population 33
Area 1,175 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.