Low Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Dickson County TN

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
52
Area
490
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Dickson County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 490 square mile area. Charlotte serves this middle Tennessee county west of Nashville with Harpeth River flooding. Dickson 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 Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2020 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (615) 789-7000
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Dickson County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 52
Area 490 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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