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97477 Springfield, OR — Natural Disaster History

📊 Disaster Profile: Springfield, OR (97477)

ZIP code 97477 in Springfield, OR has a relatively limited disaster record, with 8 events documented. These include 4 hailstorms, 2 floods, and 1 tornado. Total documented property damage amounts to $554K.

⛈️ Hailstorms — Leading Threat

The dominant hazard type for Springfield is hailstorms, with 4 recorded events making up 50% of the area's disaster history. The most recent recorded hailstorm occurred on Aug 9, 2022.

🌊 Floods

Springfield has experienced 2 floods on record. Of these, 2 (100%) 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 $529K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded flood occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

🌪️ Tornadoes

Springfield has experienced 1 tornado on record. Tornado-related events have caused a combined $25K in documented property damage. The most recent recorded tornado occurred on Nov 24, 1989.

💨 Severe wind events

Springfield has experienced 1 severe wind event on record. The most recent recorded severe wind event occurred on Jun 19, 2005.

Notable Events

The most significant disaster event on record for Springfield was Flood on Dec 17, 2015, which caused $499K in property damage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What natural disasters have occurred in Springfield, OR (97477)?

Based on federal and state records, ZIP code 97477 has experienced 8 natural disaster events. The hazard types affecting this area include hailstorms (4 events), floods (2 events), tornado (1 event), and severe wind event (1 event). The primary hazard is hailstorms, which account for 50% of all recorded events.

What is the most common natural hazard in ZIP code 97477?

Hailstorms are the most frequently recorded hazard in Springfield, OR, with 4 events documented.

Is ZIP code 97477 (Springfield) prone to flooding?

Yes, Springfield (ZIP 97477) has 2 recorded flood events. These floods have caused $529K in total property damage. The most recent flood on record occurred on Mar 16, 2025.

Has Springfield (97477) ever been hit by a tornado?

Springfield has 1 recorded tornado event in the historical record. Total property damage from tornadoes in this area is $25K. The most recent tornado was recorded on Nov 24, 1989.

What was the worst natural disaster in Springfield, OR?

The most damaging natural disaster on record for ZIP code 97477 was Flood, which occurred on Dec 17, 2015. This event caused $499K in documented property damage. It was rated at severity level 5/5.

How much property damage have natural disasters caused in ZIP code 97477?

Natural disasters have caused a documented total of $554K in property damage in the Springfield, OR area (ZIP 97477). 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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