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83855 Potlatch, ID — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Potlatch, ID (83855)

Government agency data shows 21 natural disaster events for ZIP 83855 in Potlatch, ID. These include 13 floods, 4 wildfires, and 3 hailstorms. Total documented property damage amounts to $1.5M.

🌊 Floods — Most Frequent Hazard

With 13 recorded incidents (62% of all events), floods are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Of these, 6 (46%) 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 $1.4M in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Feb 24, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

Potlatch has experienced 4 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 14, 2023.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Potlatch has experienced 3 hailstorms on record. Hail-related events have caused a combined $2K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jul 23, 2014.

💨 Severe wind events

Potlatch has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $100K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Nov 16, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Potlatch was Flood on Mar 15, 2017, which caused $800K in property damage. Another major event was Flood (Jan 8, 2009), causing $250K in damages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Potlatch, ID (83855)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 83855 has experienced 21 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (13 events), wildfires (4 events), hailstorms (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 62% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 83855?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Potlatch, ID, with 13 events documented. These events have caused a combined $1.4M in property damage.

Is ZIP code 83855 (Potlatch) prone to flooding?

Yes, Potlatch (ZIP 83855) has 13 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $1.4M in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Feb 24, 2025.

What was the worst natural disaster in Potlatch, ID?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 83855 was Flood, which occurred on Mar 15, 2017. This event caused $800K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 83855?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $1.5M in property damage in the Potlatch, ID area (ZIP 83855). 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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