Moderate Risk Tennessee  ·  Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake

Stewart County TN

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
13
Area
458
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / New Madrid Earthquake
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Stewart County TN in Tennessee faces tornado / new madrid earthquake risk across its 458 square mile area. Dover on Kentucky Lake serves this northwest Tennessee county. Stewart serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// Preparedness Recommendations

  • Identify an interior room or storm shelter.
  • Monitor NOAA weather alerts continuously.
  • Keep emergency kit accessible at all times.
  • Prepare for sudden power outages.

// 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 / New Madrid Earthquake
Secondary Hazard Flash Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2021 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (931) 232-7616
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Stewart County TN
State Tennessee (TN)
Population 13
Area 458 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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