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81023 Beulah, CO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Beulah, CO (81023)

ZIP code 81023, covering Beulah, CO, has 94 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 78 hailstorms, 10 wildfires, and 4 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $3.2M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Beulah is hailstorms, with 78 recorded events making up 83% of the area's disaster history. Hail-related events have caused a combined $3M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 12, 2023.

🔥 Wildfires

Beulah has experienced 10 wildfires 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 wildfire-related events here is 4/5 (severe). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 16, 2025.

🌊 Floods

Beulah has experienced 4 floods on record. Of these, 2 (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 4/5 (severe). Flood-related events have caused a combined $214K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on May 10, 2017.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Beulah has experienced 2 tornadoes on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $30 in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on May 8, 2017.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Beulah was 1.5" Hail on Jun 20, 2001, which caused $2M in property damage. Another major event was 2.5" Hail (Jun 20, 2001), causing $1M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Beulah, CO (81023)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 81023 has experienced 94 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (78 events), wildfires (10 events), floods (4 events), and tornadoes (2 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 83% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 81023?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Beulah, CO, with 78 events documented. These events have caused a combined $3M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 81023 (Beulah) prone to flooding?

Yes, Beulah (ZIP 81023) has 4 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $214K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on May 10, 2017.

Has Beulah (81023) ever been hit by a tornado?

Beulah has 2 recorded tornado events in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $30. The most recent tornado was recorded on May 8, 2017.

What was the worst natural disaster in Beulah, CO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 81023 was 1.5" Hail, which occurred on Jun 20, 2001. This event caused $2M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 81023?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $3.2M in property damage in the Beulah, CO area (ZIP 81023). 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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