Moderate Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Montgomery County TN

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
220
Area
539
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Montgomery County anchored by Clarksville is home to Fort Campbell straddling the Kentucky-Tennessee border — home to the 101st Airborne Division and 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment Night Stalkers. The Cumberland River creates flooding risk. Clarksville is one of the fastest growing cities in Tennessee. A major tornado in 2019 caused significant damage across the county and the community has experienced repeated severe weather events.

// 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 Military Proximity
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2019 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (931) 648-5718
Emergency Shelters 10 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes I-24 US-41 TN-12 TN-48

// County Profile

County Montgomery County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 220
Area 539 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Clarksville TN

// Cities in This County

// Other Tennessee Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

Fort Campbell KY
Military Installation  ·  Clarksville  ·  US Army / 101st Airborne Division  ·  25-mi risk zone
7/10 High

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