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78669 Spicewood, TX — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Spicewood, TX (78669)

Spicewood, TX (ZIP 78669) has experienced 114 recorded natural disaster events based on federal and state agency records. These include 82 hailstorms, 10 floods, and 10 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $287.6M. These events have resulted in 9 recorded deaths and 10 injuries.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Primary Hazard

Hailstorms represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 72% of all recorded events (82 total). Hail-related events have caused a combined $110.7M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Mar 23, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Spicewood has experienced 10 floods on record. Of these, 5 (50%) 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 $152.6M in documented property damage. 7 fatalities have been attributed to floods in this area. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 5, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Spicewood has experienced 10 tornadoes on record. Of these, 2 (20%) were rated at severity level 4 or 5 — the most intense on the normalized scale. The highest recorded severity for tornado-related events here is 5/5 (extreme). Tornado-related events have caused a combined $20.4M in documented property damage. 2 fatalities have been attributed to tornadoes in this area. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Apr 12, 2020.

💨 Severe wind events

Spicewood has experienced 10 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $2.5M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on May 28, 2021.

❄️ Blizzards

Spicewood 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 5/5 (extreme). Winter storm events have caused a combined $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded blizzard occurred on Feb 1, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Spicewood was Flash Flood on Jun 26, 2007, which caused $137M in property damage and was linked to 2 fatalities. Another major event was 2" Hail (Mar 25, 2005), causing $100M in damages. EF4 Tornado on May 27, 1997 also caused significant damage ($15M).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Spicewood, TX (78669)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 78669 has experienced 114 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (82 events), floods (10 events), tornadoes (10 events), severe wind events (10 events), and blizzards (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 72% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 78669?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Spicewood, TX, with 82 events documented. These events have caused a combined $110.7M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 78669 (Spicewood) prone to flooding?

Yes, Spicewood (ZIP 78669) has 10 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $152.6M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 5, 2025.

Has Spicewood (78669) ever been hit by a tornado?

Spicewood has 10 recorded tornado events in the historical record. The strongest tornado recorded reached severity level 5/5 on the normalized scale. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $20.4M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Apr 12, 2020.

What was the worst natural disaster in Spicewood, TX?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 78669 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jun 26, 2007. This event caused $137M in documented property damage. It resulted in 2 reported fatalities. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 78669?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $287.6M in property damage in the Spicewood, TX area (ZIP 78669). 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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