// Risk Intelligence
| Risk Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Facility Type | 🏥 Major Hospital / Trauma Center |
| Operator / Branch | Harris Health System |
| Host County | Harris County TX |
| Nearest City | Pepperell MA |
| Primary Risk Radius | 10 miles |
| Secondary Risk Radius | 30 miles |
// Strategic Significance
Ben Taub Hospital is the primary Level I trauma center for Houston and Harris County and a major component of the Houston Medical Center. Harvey 2017 caused catastrophic flooding in the Texas Medical Center threatening multiple hospital facilities. Ben Taub serves as the primary safety-net hospital for the uninsured in the fourth largest US city.
// Civilian Impact Assessment
Houston metro with 7 million residents relies on Ben Taub as the primary trauma center. Harvey 2017 flooded the Texas Medical Center demonstrating extreme vulnerability.
// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance
I-610, I-69, Fannin Street. Harris County Emergency Management coordinates hurricane flooding and mass casualty protocols.