Moderate Risk Utah  ·  Wildfire / Earthquake

Uintah County UT

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
34
Area
4,480
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Wildfire / Earthquake
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Uintah County UT in Utah faces wildfire / earthquake risk across its 4,480 square mile area. Vernal in the Uinta Basin serves this northeast Utah county with oil and dinosaur heritage. Uintah serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

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

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (435) 781-5361
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Uintah County UT
State Utah (UT)
Population 34
Area 4,480 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Other Utah Counties

// Nearby Infrastructure Risks

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

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Flaming Gorge Dam UT WY
Major Dam  ·  Dutch John, UT  ·  US Bureau of Reclamation  ·  30-mi risk zone
7/10 High

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