Moderate Risk Kansas  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Leavenworth County KS

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

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
80
Area
463
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Leavenworth County KS in Kansas faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 463 square mile area. Leavenworth hosts Fort Leavenworth and the federal penitentiary on the Missouri River. Leavenworth 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 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Blizzard
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event 2019 Missouri River Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (913) 684-0473
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Leavenworth County KS
State Kansas (KS)
Population 80
Area 463 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Leavenworth KS

// Cities in This County

// Other Kansas Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

Fort Leavenworth KS
Military Installation  ·  Leavenworth, KS  ·  US Army  ·  25-mi risk zone
6/10 Moderate

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