Low Risk Idaho  ·  Earthquake / Wildfire

Bingham County ID

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
46
Area
2,094
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Earthquake / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Bingham County ID in Idaho faces earthquake / wildfire risk across its 2,094 square mile area. Blackfoot near Idaho Falls serves this east Idaho county with potato farming. Bingham serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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 Earthquake / Wildfire
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2022 Earthquake
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (208) 782-3160
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Bingham County ID
State Idaho (ID)
Population 46
Area 2,094 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Other Idaho Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

Idaho National Laboratory Nuclear Waste ID
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Idaho Falls, ID  ·  US Department of Energy  ·  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.