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81029 Campo, CO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Campo, CO (81029)

ZIP code 81029, covering Campo, CO, has 143 natural disaster events in the historical record. These include 101 hailstorms, 21 wildfires, and 12 tornadoes. Total documented property damage amounts to $5.2M.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Campo is hailstorms, with 101 recorded events making up 71% 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). Hail-related events have caused a combined $57K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 5, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

There have been 21 recorded wildfires in this area, representing 15% of all disaster events. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 17, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

There have been 12 recorded tornadoes in this area, representing 8% of all disaster events. Of these, 2 (17%) 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 $5.1M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Jun 23, 2023.

💨 Severe wind events

Campo has experienced 9 severe wind events on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $30K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jul 13, 2023.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Campo was EF2 Tornado on May 18, 1977, which caused $2.5M in property damage. Another major event was EF4 Tornado (May 18, 1977), causing $2.5M in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Campo, CO (81029)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 81029 has experienced 143 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (101 events), wildfires (21 events), tornadoes (12 events), and severe wind events (9 events). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 71% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 81029?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Campo, CO, with 101 events documented. These events have caused a combined $57K in property damage.

Has Campo (81029) ever been hit by a tornado?

Campo has 12 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 $5.1M. The most recent tornado was recorded on Jun 23, 2023.

What was the worst natural disaster in Campo, CO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 81029 was EF2 Tornado, which occurred on May 18, 1977. This event caused $2.5M in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 3/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 81029?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $5.2M in property damage in the Campo, CO area (ZIP 81029). 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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