Moderate Risk Arkansas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Garland County AR

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
100
Area
735
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Garland County AR in Arkansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 735 square mile area. Hot Springs on Lake Hamilton serves this central Arkansas resort county. Garland 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 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (501) 622-3610
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Garland County AR
State Arkansas (AR)
Population 100
Area 735 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Hot Springs AR

// Cities in This County

// 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.

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Blakely Mountain Dam Lake Ouachita AR
Major Dam  ·  Hot Springs AR  ·  US Army Corps of Engineers  ·  20-mi risk zone
7/10 High
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Carpenter Dam Lake Hamilton AR
Major Dam  ·  Hot Springs AR  ·  Entergy Arkansas  ·  10-mi risk zone
7/10 High
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Remmel Dam Lake Catherine AR
Major Dam  ·  Hot Springs AR  ·  Entergy Arkansas  ·  10-mi risk zone
6/10 Moderate
Molecular Processing Chemical Distillation Facility Hot Springs AR
Chemical Facility  ·  Hot Springs AR  ·  Molecular Processing LLC  ·  5-mi risk zone
5/10 Moderate

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