Washington County east of St. Paul along the St. Croix River is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota. The St. Croix River creates flooding risk and scenic gorge terrain along the county's eastern border. Woodbury has been one of the fastest growing cities in Minnesota. The county faces moderate tornado risk and serves as part of the Twin Cities eastern suburban ring with significant residential and healthcare facility growth.
// 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | St. Croix River Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 4 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Flooding |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (651) 430-7600 |
| Emergency Shelters | 10 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-94 US-12 MN-36 MN-95 |
// County Profile
| County | Washington County MN |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| Population | 267 |
| Area | 393 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Minnesota Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.