Low Risk Utah  ·  Flash Flooding / Wildfire

Piute County UT

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
1
Area
758
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Flash Flooding / Wildfire
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Piute County UT in Utah faces flash flooding / wildfire risk across its 758 square mile area. Junction serves this tiny remote south-central Utah county. Piute 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 Flash Flooding / Wildfire
Secondary Hazard Drought
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (435) 577-2840
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Piute County UT
State Utah (UT)
Population 1
Area 758 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

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