Moderate Risk Arkansas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Crawford County AR

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
63
Area
595
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Crawford County AR in Arkansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 595 square mile area. Van Buren on the Arkansas River faces serious flooding adjacent to Fort Smith. Crawford 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Arkansas River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (479) 474-1511
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Crawford County AR
State Arkansas (AR)
Population 63
Area 595 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other Arkansas Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

Ebbing Air National Guard Base Fort Smith AR
Military Installation  ·  Fort Smith AR  ·  Arkansas Air National Guard / 188th Wing  ·  15-mi risk zone
6/10 Moderate
Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center AR
Military Installation  ·  Fort Smith AR  ·  Arkansas National Guard  ·  15-mi risk zone
5/10 Moderate

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