Benton is the Saline County seat situated between Little Rock and Hot Springs along I-30, experiencing consistent tornado exposure during spring storm seasons and flash flood risk from Saline River tributaries. The city has grown rapidly as a Little Rock suburb and its expanding residential development has moved into areas with limited flood drainage infrastructure. Saline County's position in central Arkansas places it in an active tornado corridor.
// 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
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- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flood |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X (Moderate Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 28 |
| Last Major Event | Tornado (March 2023) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 501-776-5900 |
| Evacuation Routes | I-30 West, I-30 East, US-67 South, AR-5 South |
| Elevation | 404 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Saline County AR
Arkansas · Tornado / Severe Storm
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6/10
Moderate Risk