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81635 Battlement Mesa, CO — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Battlement Mesa, CO (81635)

Government agency data shows 30 natural disaster events for ZIP 81635 in Battlement Mesa, CO. These include 19 wildfires, 7 floods, and 4 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $231.5K.

🔥 Wildfires — Primary Hazard

Wildfires represent the most common natural hazard in this area, accounting for 63% of all recorded events (19 total). The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Jan 25, 2024.

🌊 Floods

Battlement Mesa has experienced 7 floods on record. Of these, 3 (43%) 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 $231.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Sep 22, 2025.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Battlement Mesa has experienced 4 hailstorms on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on May 11, 2020.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Battlement Mesa was Flood on Jun 1, 2011, which caused $125K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Battlement Mesa, CO (81635)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 81635 has experienced 30 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include wildfires (19 events), floods (7 events), and hailstorms (4 events). The primary hazard is wildfires, which account for 63% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 81635?

Wildfires are the most frequently recorded hazard in Battlement Mesa, CO, with 19 events documented.

Is ZIP code 81635 (Battlement Mesa) prone to flooding?

Yes, Battlement Mesa (ZIP 81635) has 7 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $231.5K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Sep 22, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Battlement Mesa, CO?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 81635 was Flood, which occurred on Jun 1, 2011. This event caused $125K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 81635?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $231.5K in property damage in the Battlement Mesa, CO area (ZIP 81635). 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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