Low Risk Maine  ·  Winter Storm / Flash Flooding

Kennebec County ME

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

4/ 10
Threat Score
Population
122
Area
867
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Winter Storm / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
5
federally declared

Kennebec County ME in Maine faces winter storm / flash flooding risk across its 867 square mile area. Augusta the state capital on the Kennebec River serves this central Maine county. Kennebec 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 4 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Winter Storm / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Wildfire
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 5
Last Major Event 2024 Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (207) 622-0971
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Kennebec County ME
State Maine (ME)
Population 122
Area 867 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Waterville ME Augusta ME

// Cities in This County

// Other Maine Counties