Low Risk New Mexico  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Grant County NM

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
28
Area
3,968
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Grant County NM in New Mexico faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 3,968 square mile area. Silver City serves this southwest New Mexico mountain county with mining heritage. Grant 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 Wildfire / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Black Fire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (575) 574-0000
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Grant County NM
State New Mexico (NM)
Population 28
Area 3,968 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Silver City NM

// Cities in This County

// Other New Mexico Counties