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87016 Estancia, NM — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Estancia, NM (87016)

Estancia, NM (ZIP 87016) has a moderate disaster history with 49 recorded events. These include 29 hailstorms, 10 wildfires, and 6 floods. Total documented property damage amounts to $197.5K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Most Frequent Hazard

With 29 recorded incidents (59% of all events), hailstorms are the leading natural hazard for this ZIP code. Hail-related events have caused a combined $126.5K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Jun 9, 2025.

🔥 Wildfires

Estancia 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 Oct 2, 2023.

🌊 Floods

Estancia has experienced 6 floods on record. Flood-related events have caused a combined $56K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Jun 19, 2024.

🌍 Earthquakes

Estancia has experienced 3 earthquakes on record. The most recent recorded earthquake occurred on Jan 4, 1998.

💨 Severe wind events

Estancia has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. Wind-related events have caused a combined $15K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 3, 2014.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Estancia was 1.8" Hail on Jun 16, 1999, which caused $100K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Estancia, NM (87016)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 87016 has experienced 49 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (29 events), wildfires (10 events), floods (6 events), earthquakes (3 events), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 59% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 87016?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Estancia, NM, with 29 events documented. These events have caused a combined $126.5K in property damage.

Is ZIP code 87016 (Estancia) prone to flooding?

Yes, Estancia (ZIP 87016) has 6 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $56K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Jun 19, 2024.

What was the worst natural disaster in Estancia, NM?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 87016 was 1.8" Hail, which occurred on Jun 16, 1999. This event caused $100K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 2/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 87016?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $197.5K in property damage in the Estancia, NM area (ZIP 87016). 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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