High Risk Texas  ·  Hurricane / Storm Surge

Chambers County TX

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

8/ 10
Threat Score
Population
44
Area
599
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Storm Surge
FEMA Disasters
9
federally declared

Chambers County TX in Texas faces hurricane / storm surge risk across its 599 square mile area. Anahuac on Galveston Bay was severely flooded by Harvey in this Gulf Coast county. Chambers 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 8 / 10    High Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Storm Surge
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 9
Last Major Event Harvey 2017
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (409) 267-2422
Emergency Shelters 4 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Chambers County TX
State Texas (TX)
Population 44
Area 599 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other Texas Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

ExxonMobil Baytown TX Refinery
Chemical Facility  ·  Baytown, TX  ·  ExxonMobil  ·  10-mi risk zone
9/10 Critical
Chevron Phillips Cedar Bayou TX Chemical Plant
Chemical Facility  ·  Baytown, TX  ·  Chevron Phillips Chemical  ·  10-mi risk zone
8/10 High

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