Low Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Anderson County TN

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
78
Area
338
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Anderson County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 338 square mile area. Clinton serves this east Tennessee county adjacent to Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Anderson 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 5 / 10    Low Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2011 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (865) 463-6800
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Anderson County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 78
Area 338 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Oak Ridge TN

// Cities in This County

// Other Tennessee Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.

Oak Ridge Tennessee Nuclear Complex TN
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Oak Ridge, TN  ·  US Department of Energy  ·  10-mi risk zone
9/10 Critical
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Y-12 National Security Complex Oak Ridge TN
Nuclear Weapons  ·  Oak Ridge, TN  ·  National Nuclear Security Administration / CNS  ·  10-mi risk zone
9/10 Critical

Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.