Low Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Roane County TN

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
53
Area
361
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Roane County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 361 square mile area. Kingston on Watts Bar Lake serves this east Tennessee county near Oak Ridge. Roane 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 Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Winter Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2019 Flash Flooding
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (865) 376-5556
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Roane County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 53
Area 361 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// 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.

Oak Ridge Tennessee Nuclear Complex TN
Nuclear Power Plant  ·  Oak Ridge, TN  ·  US Department of Energy  ·  10-mi risk zone
9/10 Critical

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