Enter any address in Crane County, Texas to see its FEMA flood zone
Flash flooding from thunderstorms dominates flood risk in Crane County. Over the past 30 years, the NOAA Storm Events Database has recorded 16 flash flood events. For example, slow-moving thunderstorms contributed to flash flooding on July 22, 2017, following a period of widespread showers and thunderstorms on June 28, 2008. These events were often associated with upper-level low-pressure systems and abundant moisture.
Residents with properties located in areas designated as Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHAs) by FEMA should pay the most attention to flood risk. Homeowners in these zones are more likely to experience flooding and may be required to carry flood insurance.
Summary generated from NOAA storm narratives and NFIP claim data for this county. Not predictive.
Crane County, Texas has recorded 16 flood-related events since 1996 according to NOAA's Storm Events Database, including 16 flash floods. The county has received 12 federal disaster declarations. Enter any address above to check its FEMA flood zone designation.
FEMA Disaster Declarations (1998–2021)
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries.
| Declaration | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 11, 2021 |
| Severe Winter Storms | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 11, 2021 |
| Covid-19 | Biological | Jan 20, 2020 |
| Covid-19 Pandemic | Biological | Jan 20, 2020 |
| Wildfires | Fire | Apr 6, 2011 |
| Wildfires | Fire | Mar 14, 2008 |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat | Fire | Nov 27, 2005 |
| Hurricane Rita | Hurricane | Sep 23, 2005 |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation | Hurricane | Aug 29, 2005 |
| Extreme Fire Hazards | Fire | Aug 1, 1999 |
NOAA Storm Events Database (1996–2025)
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database.
| Type | Date | Damage |
|---|---|---|
| Flash Flood | Jul 22, 2017 | 0.00K |
| Flash Flood | Jun 28, 2008 | 0.00K |
| Flash Flood | Apr 29, 2007 | 0.00K |
| Flash Flood | Jul 20, 2007 | 0.00K |
| Flash Flood | Aug 2, 2007 | 0.00K |
| Flash Flood | Aug 15, 2006 | — |
| Flash Flood | Aug 15, 2005 | — |
| Flash Flood | Aug 14, 2005 | — |
| Flash Flood | Aug 31, 2004 | — |
| Flash Flood | Aug 30, 2004 | — |
Flash Flood — Jul 22, 2017
There was a weak upper low over east-central New Mexico and a wind shear axis over the western Permian Basin. This shear axis aided in drawing moisture across the area and helped to produce thunderstorms with strong winds. There were weak upper level winds over the area which contributed to slow storm movement and flash flooding.
Flash Flood — Jun 28, 2008
Widespread showers and thunderstorms developed across much of west Texas, as an upper level low pressure system slowly moved across the region. While flash flooding was the primary threat, a few thunderstorms did reached severe thresholds.
Flash Flood — Apr 29, 2007
An upper level low pressure system located over northern portions of Mexico in combination with east to southeast surface winds pulling in abundant amounts of Gulf moisture and providing upslope flow, led to the development of showers and thunderstorms across west Texas and southeastern New Mexico. |During the overnight hours on early Sunday morning, showers and thunderstorms moved out of north...
Flash Flood — Jul 20, 2007
As low level moisture continued to move into the region on southeast surface flow, an upper level low pressure system centered over the Trans Pecos area provided the lift needed for persistant showers.
Flash Flood — Aug 2, 2007
A tropical airmass in place over much of the area, daytime heating, and an upper level disturbance over west Texas combined to produce scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms. The majority of this activity occurred across the Permian Basin and southeastern New Mexico, with rainfall totals exceeding four inches in some areas.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database.
FEMA assigns flood zone designations to areas in Crane County, Texas:
AE High Risk — 1% annual chance of flooding. Insurance required.
VE Very High Risk — Coastal flooding with wave action.
X (Shaded) Moderate Risk — 500-year floodplain.
X Low Risk — Outside major floodplains.
Properties in Crane County, Texas that are in FEMA-designated Special Flood Hazard Areas (zones A and V) with federally backed mortgages are required to carry flood insurance.
Even outside high-risk zones, flood insurance is recommended. From 2014 to 2024, nearly one-third of NFIP claims came from outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area.
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