Moderate Risk South Dakota  ·  Blizzard / Missouri River Flooding / Extreme Cold / Oahe Dam

Mobridge SD

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  SOUTH DAKOTA

6 / 10
Threat Score
Population
3,465
Elevation
1,673
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Blizzard / Missouri River Flooding / Extreme Cold / Oahe Dam
County FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Mobridge in Walworth County sits on the Missouri River just downstream of the massive Oahe Dam one of the most dangerous dams in the US. Extreme blizzards and cold are regular severe hazards. An Oahe Dam failure would catastrophically flood Mobridge.

// 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 Score6 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardBlizzard / Missouri River Flooding / Extreme Cold / Oahe Dam
FEMA Flood ZoneModerate
County FEMA Declarations7
Last Major Event2019 Blizzard

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone (605) 845-3388
Evacuation RoutesState and US highways
Elevation1,673 ft above sea level

// County Risk Profile

Walworth County SD
South Dakota · Blizzard / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk