American Fork, Utah: natural disaster risk
How exposed American Fork is to floods, storms and other hazards, from FEMA and NOAA records for Utah County.
American Fork is a city of 37,109 people in Utah County, Utah. FEMA's National Risk Index rates Utah County relatively high for natural hazards overall, higher than most of the US. The costliest hazards there are earthquake, inland flooding and wildfire, with about $288 million in expected losses a year across the county. The weather service has logged 306 storm reports in the county since 1959, including 10 tornadoes and 36 floods. About 0.3% of homes in the county carry federal flood insurance.
Risk figures are for Utah County. FEMA National Risk Index December 2025; NOAA Storm Events; US Census Bureau ACS 2020 to 2024. Updated November 6, 2026.
Top risks in American Fork
Full Utah County report ›- Ask whether an older house is bolted to its foundation.
- Consider separate earthquake insurance where risk is high.
- Check the FEMA flood map for your address, and ask the seller or landlord about past flooding.
- Price a flood policy now. Most new federal policies take 30 days to start.
- Clear dry plants and debris within 5 feet of the house.
- Get home insurance quotes early; availability varies by area.
All hazards
| Hazard | Rating | A year |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | $163M | |
| Inland flooding | $64M | |
| Wildfire | $35M | |
| Heat wave | $8M | |
| Lightning | $7M | |
| Avalanche | $3M | |
| Strong wind | $3M | |
| Tornado | $2M | |
| Cold wave | $1M | |
| Winter weather | $896K | |
| Drought | $705K | |
| Hail | $200K |
Homes in American Fork
Older homes and mobile homes usually take more damage in storms, floods and earthquakes. Ask about roof age, flood history and retrofits before you buy or rent.
Strongest tornadoes in Utah County
Common questions about American Fork
Is American Fork safe from natural disasters?
American Fork is in Utah County, which FEMA's National Risk Index rates relatively high overall, higher than most of the US. The biggest hazards are earthquake, inland flooding, wildfire. No place is free of risk, so check the flood map and insurance for any home you consider.
What natural disasters happen in American Fork?
By expected yearly losses in Utah County, the top hazards are earthquake (High), inland flooding (Moderate), wildfire (High). Utah County has been part of 11 federal disaster or emergency declarations for natural events.
Does American Fork get tornadoes?
Yes. NOAA records list 10 tornadoes in Utah County since 1950; the strongest was an F1 tornado on July 9, 1965. FEMA rates tornado risk in the county low.
Do I need flood insurance in American Fork?
Standard home insurance does not cover floods. In Utah County, about 0.3% of homes have federal flood insurance, and FEMA rates inland flooding risk moderate. Check the FEMA flood map for your address and get a quote even outside a high-risk zone.