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57761 New Underwood, SD — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: New Underwood, SD (57761)

ZIP code 57761, covering New Underwood, SD, has 181 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 157 hailstorms, 16 severe wind events, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.2M. A total of 2 injuries have been reported across all events.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 87% of all recorded events (157 total). Of these, 3 (2%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for hail-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Hail-related events have caused a combined $276.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 28, 2025.

💨 Severe wind events

There have been 16 recorded severe wind events in this area, representing 9% of all disaster events. One event reached severity level 4 or 5 on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for wind-related events here is 4/5 (severe). Wind-related events have caused a combined $211.1K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 28, 2025.

🌊 Floods

New Underwood has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 3 (75%) 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 $670K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 1, 2022.

🔥 Wildfires

New Underwood has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jun 2, 2022.

🌍 Earthquakes

New Underwood has experienced 1 earthquake on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Feb 7, 2007.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for New Underwood was Flash Flood on Jul 1, 2022, which caused $250K in property damage. Another major event was Flash Flood (Aug 1, 2019), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in New Underwood, SD (57761)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 57761 has experienced 181 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (157 events), severe wind events (16 events), floods (4 events), wildfires (3 events), and earthquake (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 87% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 57761?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in New Underwood, SD, with 157 events documented. These events have caused a combined $276.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 57761 (New Underwood) prone to flooding?

Yes, New Underwood (ZIP 57761) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $670K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 1, 2022.

What was the worst natural disaster in New Underwood, SD?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 57761 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 1, 2022. This event caused $250K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 57761?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.2M in property damage in the New Underwood, SD area (ZIP 57761). 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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