Enter any address in Presidio County, Texas to see its FEMA flood zone
Flash flooding from heavy rainfall events is the dominant flood character in Presidio County. Between 1993 and 2023, NOAA Storm Events data recorded 21 flash flood events and 2 flood events. For example, in June 2021, an upper-level low-pressure system combined with abundant moisture and a stationary front produced thunderstorms that led to flash flooding. Similarly, in July 2025, remnants of Tropical Storm Barry brought tropical downpours, resulting in flash flooding.
In 2008, the county experienced significant flooding along the Rio Grande due to increased reservoir releases in northern Mexico, leading to a Disaster Declaration for Presidio County. National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data shows that properties in Zone A have experienced flooding, with one claim averaging a $7,183 payout and an average water depth of 27.0 feet. Residents in areas prone to flash flooding, as well as those located near the Rio Grande or in Zone A, should pay close attention to flood risk.
Summary generated from NOAA storm narratives and NFIP claim data for this county. Not predictive.
3 NOAA storm reports from this county describe what happened, in the words of the meteorologists who were there.
Presidio County, Texas has recorded 23 flood-related events since 1996 according to NOAA's Storm Events Database, including 21 flash floods and 2 river or area floods. The county has received 14 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 |
| Rockhouse Fire | Fire | Apr 9, 2011 |
| Wildfires | Fire | Apr 6, 2011 |
| Hughes Ranch Fire | Fire | Jun 4, 2008 |
| Wildfires | Fire | Mar 14, 2008 |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat | Fire | Nov 27, 2005 |
| Hurricane Rita | Hurricane | Sep 23, 2005 |
NOAA Storm Events Database (1996–2025)
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database.
| Type | Date | Damage |
|---|---|---|
| Flash Flood | Jul 3, 2025 | 0.00K |
| Flash Flood | Jun 28, 2021 | 20.00K (1 deaths) |
| Flash Flood | Sep 9, 2008 | 1.00M |
| Flood | Sep 8, 2008 | 0.00K |
| Flash Flood | Jun 9, 2007 | 0.00K |
| Flash Flood | Jul 27, 2005 | — |
| Flash Flood | Jul 28, 2004 | — |
| Flash Flood | Nov 15, 2004 | — |
| Flash Flood | Jul 29, 2002 | — |
| Flash Flood | Jun 20, 2002 | — |
Flash Flood — Jul 3, 2025
Anomalously high moisture associated with the remnants of Tropical Storm Barry encouraged the development of tropical downpours across West Texas and Southeast New Mexico. These downpours resulted in Flash Flooding for portions of the area.
Flash Flood — Jun 28, 2021
An upper level low pressure system was over the Arizona and New Mexico border. There was a stationary front across the area which provided additional lift over West Texas. Abundant moisture was continuing to move into the region. These conditions resulted in rain and thunderstorms developing and moving over the same areas producing flash flooding across West Texas.
Flash Flood — Sep 9, 2008
During the summer of 2008, monsoon rainfall filled reservoirs across northern Mexico. In late August 2008, releases out of La Boquilla, Frank Madera, and Luis Leon Reservoirs were increased to lower water levels in those reservoirs. By mid-September the Rio Grande and its people were experiencing record flooding. On September 7, Governor Perry executed the State Emergency Plan. He then issued...
Flood — Sep 8, 2008
During the summer of 2008, monsoon rainfall filled reservoirs across northern Mexico. In late August 2008, releases out of La Boquilla, Frank Madera, and Luis Leon Reservoirs were increased to lower water levels in those reservoirs. By mid-September the Rio Grande and its people were experiencing record flooding. On September 7, Governor Perry executed the State Emergency Plan. He then issued...
Flash Flood — Jun 9, 2007
Heavy rains resulted in six inches of running water on many streets in Presidio and along Farm to Market Road 170.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database.
Source: OpenFEMA NFIP Individual Claims (2.25M records analyzed).
FEMA assigns flood zone designations to areas in Presidio 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 Presidio 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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