Lakewood west of Denver at the foot of the Rocky Mountains faces wildfire risk from the foothills above the city and flash flooding from Bear Creek and other mountain drainages. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory is located in Lakewood creating critical clean energy research infrastructure emergency planning considerations. The Denver Federal Center in Lakewood hosts dozens of federal agencies making it a critical government infrastructure 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 6 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 28 |
| Last Major Event | East Troublesome Fire (2020) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (303) 987-7111 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-70 West, US-6 West, US-285 Southwest, CO-93 North |
| Elevation | 5440 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.