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87005 Bluewater, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Bluewater, NM (87005)

ZIP code 87005 in Bluewater, NM has a relatively limited disaster record, with 9 events documented. These include 5 floods, 3 wildfires, and 1 hailstorm. Total documented property damage amounts to $121K.

🌊 Floods — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Bluewater is floods, with 5 recorded events making up 56% of the area's disaster history. Of these, 2 (40%) 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 $121K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jul 29, 2015.

🔥 Wildfires

Bluewater has experienced 3 wildfires on record. The most recent recorded wildfire occurred on Mar 25, 2019.

⛈️ Hailstorms

Bluewater has experienced 1 hailstorm on record. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Oct 20, 2010.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Bluewater was Flash Flood on Jul 29, 2015, which caused $50K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Bluewater, NM (87005)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 87005 has experienced 9 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include floods (5 events), wildfires (3 events), and hailstorm (1 event). The primary hazard is floods, which account for 56% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 87005?

Floods are the most frequently recorded hazard in Bluewater, NM, with 5 events documented. These events have caused a combined $121K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 87005 (Bluewater) prone to flooding?

Yes, Bluewater (ZIP 87005) has 5 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $121K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jul 29, 2015.

What was the worst natural disaster in Bluewater, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 87005 was Flash Flood, which occurred on Jul 29, 2015. This event caused $50K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 4/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 87005?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $121K in property damage in the Bluewater, NM area (ZIP 87005). 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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