Low Risk Montana  ·  Wildfire / Flash Flooding

Silver Bow County MT

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

5/ 10
Threat Score
Population
34
Area
718
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
6
federally declared

Silver Bow County MT in Montana faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 718 square mile area. Butte hosts the Berkeley Pit Superfund site and serves this southwest Montana county. Silver Bow 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 Earthquake
FEMA Flood Zone Low
Federally Declared Disasters 6
Last Major Event 2021 Wildfire
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (406) 497-6200
Emergency Shelters 2 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Silver Bow County MT
State Montana (MT)
Population 34
Area 718 sq miles
FEMA Region Low

// Major Cities

Butte MT

// Cities in This County

// Other Montana Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

Berkeley Pit Superfund MT
Superfund Site  ·  Butte, MT  ·  Atlantic Richfield / EPA  ·  5-mi risk zone
8/10 High

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