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52158 Marquette, IA — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Marquette, IA (52158)

Government agency data shows 48 natural disaster events for ZIP 52158 in Marquette, IA. These include 25 floods, 14 hailstorms, and 5 blizzards. Total documented property damage amounts to $16.1M. These events have resulted in 3 recorded deaths and 7 injuries.

🌊 Floods — Primary Hazard

Floods represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 52% of all recorded events (25 total). Of these, 18 (72%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for flood-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Flood-related events have caused a combined $14.9M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 29, 2021.

⛈️ Hailstorms

There have been 14 recorded hailstorms in this area, representing 29% of all disaster events. Hail-related events have caused a combined $24.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Apr 18, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Marquette has experienced 5 blizzards on record. Of these, 2 (40%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). Winter storm events have caused a combined $74.5K in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Jan 16, 2021.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Marquette has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $1.1M in documented property damage. 1 fatality has been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jul 19, 2017.

🥵 Extreme heat events

Marquette has experienced 1 extreme heat event on record. Heat-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded extreme heat event occurred on Jul 17, 2011.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Marquette was Flood on May 1, 2001, which caused $3M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (May 17, 1999), causing $2.8M in damages. Flood on Apr 13, 2001 also caused significant damage ($2.5M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Marquette, IA (52158)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 52158 has experienced 48 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (25 events), hailstorms (14 events), blizzards (5 events), tornadoes (3 events), and extreme heat event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 52% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 52158?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Marquette, IA, with 25 events documented. These events have caused a combined $14.9M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 52158 (Marquette) prone to flooding?

Yes, Marquette (ZIP 52158) has 25 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $14.9M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 29, 2021.

Has Marquette (52158) ever been hit by a tornado?

Marquette has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $1.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jul 19, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Marquette, IA?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 52158 was Flood, which occurred on May 1, 2001. This event caused $3M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 52158?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $16.1M in property damage in the Marquette, IA area (ZIP 52158). This figure is based on historical records from FEMA, NOAA Storm Events Database, and USGS, and covers events from the 1950s through the present. Actual damages may be higher, as not all events have complete damage assessments.

Data sourced from FEMA (disaster declarations, NFIP flood claims), NOAA Storm Events Database, USGS Earthquake Hazards Program, and NIFC wildfire records. Historical coverage varies by source, with most records beginning in the 1950s–1970s. Full methodology →

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