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57631 Glenham, SD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Glenham, SD (57631)

Federal records document 93 natural disaster events in the Glenham, SD area (ZIP 57631). These include 69 hailstorms, 14 severe wind events, and 3 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.1M. These events have resulted in 2 recorded deaths and 3 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Glenham is hailstorms, with 69 recorded events making up 74% of the area's disaster history. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 28, 2024.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 14 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 14, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Glenham has experienced 3 floods on record. Of these, 2 (67%) 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 $3.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 1, 2019.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Glenham has experienced 3 tornadoes on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Sep 14, 2025.

❄️ Blizzards

Glenham has experienced 2 blizzards on record. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for winter storm events here is 4/5 (severe). 1 fatality has been attributed to blizzards in this area. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Dec 25, 2016.

🥶 Extreme cold events

Glenham has experienced 1 extreme cold event on record. 1 fatality has been attributed to extreme cold events in this area. The most recent recorded extreme cold event occurred on Jan 8, 2019.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Glenham was Flood on Jun 1, 2019, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jun 5, 2008), causing $600K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Glenham, SD (57631)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 57631 has experienced 93 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (69 events), severe wind events (14 events), floods (3 events), tornadoes (3 events), blizzards (2 events), extreme cold event (1 event), and wildfire (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 74% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 57631?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Glenham, SD, with 69 events documented.

Is ZIP code 57631 (Glenham) prone to flooding?

Yes, Glenham (ZIP 57631) has 3 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $3.1M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 1, 2019.

Has Glenham (57631) ever been hit by a tornado?

Glenham has 3 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 4/5 on the normalized scale. The most recent tornado was recorded on Sep 14, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Glenham, SD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 57631 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2019. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 57631?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.1M in property damage in the Glenham, SD area (ZIP 57631). 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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