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Pemiscot County, Missouri

37 topographic sheets cover 71 settlements here, and 2 properties are on the National Register of Historic Places.

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2 National Register listings published here.

Sources: the National Register database, National Park Service

Missouri within the United States
Pemiscot County within Missouri

What the record shows

  • 686 topographic sheet readings cover the county's settlements.
  • 2 properties here are on the National Register of Historic Places: 1 structure and 1 building.
  • The Geographic Names Information System records 71 populated places in this county; 71 are covered by at least one topographic sheet.

Places on the National Register

2

Every property in this county listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with the year it was listed and the federal nomination document.

Photograph PropertyType ListedReference
Caruthersville Water Towerstructure198282003156
Delmo Community Centerbuilding200908001323

Wildfire, 2004 to 2019

34 fires

Every wildfire the federal occurrence database records inside this county: 34 of them, burning about 71 acres. None started naturally and 2 were recorded as arson. Each settlement page carries the fires within five miles of it.

Reported cause Fires
Missing data/not specified/undetermined27
Debris and open burning2
Fireworks2
Arson/incendiarism2
Equipment and vehicle use1

The five largest, by the area the report gives. None of them was recorded as arson.

DateCause SizeReported by Name on the report
20 September 2019Missing data/not specified/undetermined11 acresMissouri Department of Conservation179231-07861-09202019-1650
19 April 2018Debris and open burning9.8 acresMissouri Department of Conservation177786-80001-04192018-1212
23 March 2019Missing data/not specified/undetermined8.5 acresMissouri Department of Conservation179223-07861-03232019-1300
2 April 2019Missing data/not specified/undetermined5.6 acresMissouri Department of Conservation179226-07861-04022019-2010
22 March 2019Missing data/not specified/undetermined4.5 acresMissouri Department of Conservation179218-07861-03222019-0909
27 March 2019Missing data/not specified/undetermined4.2 acresMissouri Department of Conservation179225-07861-03272019-1645
22 March 2019Missing data/not specified/undetermined4.1 acresMissouri Department of Conservation179219-07861-03222019-1515
21 March 2018Debris and open burning3.0 acresMissouri Department of Conservation177790-80001-03212018-1511

Every settlement page carries the fires within five miles of it - see the settlement index below.

Storms, 1952 to 2026

60 of 273 shown

The NOAA Storm Events Database holds 273 reports for this county, causing 25 deaths, 254 injuries and about $67,321,710 in recorded property damage. Each settlement page carries the reports that name it.

Kind of event Reports
Thunderstorm Wind132
Hail82
Tornado40
Flash Flood13
Flood3
Lightning1
Funnel Cloud1
Heavy Rain1

The most serious of them, by death, then injury, then recorded damage. The accounts are quoted exactly as the forecast office filed them.

WhenEvent Place namedHarm What the report says
March 1952Tornado (F4)not stated17 killed, 100 hurt, $2,500,000no account filed
October 2004Tornado (F2)Cooter3 killed, 7 hurt, $300,000The tornado struck just south of Cooter and moved east. The tornado produced substantial damage to a farm house and a couple of modular homes. The tornado killed three persons who lived at the farm another injured seven others. A large grain trailer and several trees were blown over.
April 2006Tornado (F3)Deering2 killed, 130 hurt, $60,000,000The tornado continued east out of Dunklin County into Pemiscot County. The tornado lifted near the Mississippi River. There were two fatalities in Braggadocio. One hundred thirty people were injured. The most affected area was the southern portion of Caruthersville. Two hundred twenty-six homes were destroyed and five hundred forty-two homes were damaged. In addition, the city of Caruthersville's water tower was destroyed, cutting off water access to the entire city.
December 2021Tornado (EF4)Samford2 killed, 9 hurt, $1,250,000The tornado seemed to reach its peak intensity as it moved into Pemiscot County, Missouri from Dunklin County, Missouri. A home along County Road 454 was substantially damaged. Further northeast, near Highway J and County Road 407, two homes were completely destroyed with debris carried off to the northeast. A fatality occurred in one of these homes. Several vehicles, including semi-tractor-trailers, were blown off of the road as the tornado crossed Interstates 55 and 155, resulting in another fatality. An indirect fatality occurred when a vehicle struck a downed utility pole. Aerial and satellite imagery showed ground scouring marks in this area across the Mississippi River. The tornado then moved into Lake County, Tennessee. Peak winds in Pemiscot County were estimated at 170 mph.
May 2015LightningHayti1 killedLightning struck a tree in Hayti City Park which then fell on a vehicle. The person inside the vehicle was killed.
February 2014Tornado (EF1)Deering5 hurt, $75,000A tornado touched down near Deering and overturned a single wide trailer on to a truck and tree. There was damage to several homes including tree and roof damage. A carport and shed were also damaged. Maximum winds were estimated at 90 mph.
May 2000Thunderstorm WindWardell1 hurt, $150,000Several mobile homes were destroyed. Numerous houses were damaged. Numerous trees and power lines were knocked down.
January 1996Thunderstorm WindMccarty1 hurt, $20,000no account filed
July 2012Thunderstorm WindWardell1 hurtStraight line winds blew over a mobile home near Homestown in Pemiscot County. One person was injured.
August 1993Thunderstorm Windnot stated$500,000Strong thunderstorm winds knocked down numerous large trees and power lines in Steele and at various other locations across the county. A mobile home was demolished after a large tree fell but no one was injured. Numerous other homes and vehicles sustained lesser amounts of damage from falling trees. The county Sheriff's office also reported power lines down and dime-size hail.
May 2020Thunderstorm WindPeach Orchard$300,000The macroburst that struck Dunklin and caused widespread damage in southern New Madrid County then spread into northern Pemiscot County causing widespread damage in Wardell. Trees fell on houses. Numerous power lines were knocked down. A mobile home was blown over and several buildings were damaged. Several homes suffered roof damage.
April 2026Thunderstorm WindSteele$250,000A survey team found the damage to Central Elementary School in Steele, MO, was associated with straight-line winds. A significant portion of the roof of one of the school buildings was removed and blown to the east. Numerous small branches and several larger tree limbs were downed adjacent to the school and nearby park. Damage patterns and a review of security footage were consistent with straight-line wind damage, likely associated with a microburst. No additional damage was noted in the area. Maximum estimated wind speeds were 80 mph.
May 2011FloodHayward$250,000The Mississippi River rose to record levels in Caruthersville by mid-May. The city of Caruthersville held back the river by reinforcing the flood wall with sandbags thus the city was able to stay mainly dry with the exception of a few streets that were flooded. However, surrounding areas were flooded including many agriculture fields and a few homes right along the river. The casino boat in Caruthersville was closed due to flooding. Barge traffic was closed for a short time on the river. The river remained above flood stage through the end of the month.
March 2025Tornado (EF2)Bragg City$200,000A small barn outbuilding was destroyed as the tornado crossed the Dunklin and Pemiscot County line. Several windows were blown out of a home and vehicles on County Road 291, with additional trees snapped, irrigation pivots overturned, and power poles damaged on County Roads 286 and 291. The tornado intensified along County Road 268, where multiple concrete electrical poles were either snapped or broken. The tornado continued to the northeast with additional wooden power poles and irrigation pivots damaged and overturned before lifting to the southwest of County Road 221 near Homestown. Peak winds were estimated at 120 mph in Pemiscot County.
April 2017Thunderstorm WindDeco$100,000Several mobile homes damaged in the town of Gobler.
April 2017Thunderstorm WindIndian Mound$75,000Two tractor trailer trucks were blown over at mile marker 5 on I-155. A few vehicles were also damaged.
April 2017Thunderstorm WindCaruthersville Arpt$75,000A few roofs and fences damaged. Several trees and a few power line poles down mainly along South Ward Avenue and Lawrence Avenue. Roads blocked in town.
August 2002Thunderstorm WindHermondale$75,000One business was destroyed. Two stores were badly damaged. The garage door to a farm house was damaged. Many trees and power lines were blown down.
April 2006Tornado (F1)Braggadocio$60,000A tornado touched down 5 miles northwest of Braggadocio and traveled southeast to 3 miles southeast of Caruthersville. The tornado was not continuous as it lifted up and touched down several times. The tornado mainly affected agricultural interests and primarily produced minor damage. A weak framed house was destroyed just northwest of Braggadocio. The tornado then continued southeast into Caruthersville and affected areas one half mile south of where the April 2nd, 2006 F3 tornado occurred. A few homes suffered minor damage. A few sheds and barns were also destroyed. Straight line wind damage was also mixed in with the tornado damage.
May 2021Tornado (EF0)Concord$50,000The tornado developed near Interstate 55 where it damaged a shop building and a grain bin. Debris from the shop building was carried approximately one-quarter mile downstream. Along County Road 121, the tornado uprooted trees, one of which fell onto a church. The tornado damaged residences and a grain bin along County Road 321. The last observed damage was to trees east of C.R. 321. Peak winds were estimated at 85 mph.
April 2017Thunderstorm WindMicola$50,000Several tractor trailers were blown off the interstate at mile marker 12.5 on I-55.
September 2001Thunderstorm WindDeering$50,000One barn was destroyed and several other were damaged. A grain bin was also damaged. Numerous trees were blown down.
June 1994Thunderstorm WindBraggadocio$50,000A mobile home was demolished after a nearby large tree was uprooted and landed on top of it. Two people inside were trapped temporarily. Reported by a local newspaper.
May 1993Tornado (F1)Caruthersville$50,000A tornado was first reported by county officials almost two miles south of Caruthersville at a local truck weigh station. Police officials followed the tornado as it struck two factories on the southern limit of Caruthersville producing extensive damage to buildings and cars. Damage was also done to houses on South Ward Ave with many trees and utility poles knocked down. No injuries were reported, however estimated damage was as high as $30,000. The tornado lifted, passing over the town of Caruthersville as a funnel and continued until 1430 CST, with no further touchdowns.
January 1996Tornado (F1)Caruthersville$50,000no account filed
May 2021Thunderstorm WindBraggadocio$35,000Straight-line winds caused some roof damage to a few homes and a business. Several trees and large branches were knocked down.
May 2009Flash FloodHayti$30,000Heavy rain caused flash flooding to occur over portions of Pemiscot County. Highway C near Deering was impassable due to flood water. One car went off the road due to flooding. In addition, some streets and secondary roads were flooded in and around Caruthersville.
April 2008Thunderstorm WindWardell$25,000Straight line winds blew a tractor-trailer over on Interstate 55 near exit 27. In addition, the Ross Elementary School in Wardell sustained roof damage.
May 2003Thunderstorm WindSteele$25,000A house was damaged. Several trees were knocked down.
June 1998HailWardell$25,000Several houses had all of their windows broken between Wardell and Hayti.
June 1998Thunderstorm WindWardell$25,000A roof was blown off of a trailer near Hayti. Several trees were knocked down between Wardell and Hayti.
April 1973Tornado (F2)not stated$25,000no account filed
March 1970Tornado (F1)not stated$25,000no account filed
May 1957Tornado (F1)not stated$25,000no account filed
September 2022Thunderstorm WindSamford$20,000Missouri Mesonet station located approximately six miles west of Steele measured a 60 mph wind gust.
June 2013Thunderstorm WindCooter$20,000Straight line winds knocked down two large trees in Cooter. A car and a fence were damaged.
April 2011Thunderstorm WindStanley$20,000Straight line winds overturned two tractor trailers on Interstate 55 near mile marker 26 and mile marker 27, east of Wardell.
May 2009Thunderstorm WindWardell$20,000Straight line winds blew a large grain bin onto a roadway.
February 2000Thunderstorm WindWardell$20,000Two homes were damaged. A few trees were blown down.
June 1999Thunderstorm WindCountywide$20,000A few homes were damaged. Several trees and power lines were blown down across the county.
June 2007Thunderstorm WindHayti Arpt$17,000Straight line winds blew part of a roof off a hangar and knocked an iron gate down at the Hayti Airport.
March 2025Thunderstorm WindBragg City$15,000Straight-line winds from the rear flank downdraft associated with the Kennett tornado broke several power poles near Bragg City.
September 2006Flash FloodHayward$15,000Heavy rains caused flooding in the Southern portion of Portageville in Pemiscot County. Flood waters entered homes and buildings which had to be evacuated. Crops were also severely damaged.
July 2003Thunderstorm WindHayti$15,000A carport was destroyed. Several trees and power lines were blown down.
July 2003Thunderstorm WindHayti$15,000Some structures were damaged. Several trees were knocked down.
January 1999Flash FloodCountywide$15,000Between five and seven inches of rain fell across the county producing flash flooding. Several buildings including a church were flooded. Many roads were closed because of the flooding.
June 2019Thunderstorm WindCaruthersville Arpt$10,000A few trees and power-lines down around Caruthersville.
February 2014Tornado (EF1)Hayti Hgts$10,000A tornado briefly touched down near Hayti and damaged a roof to a building. Maximum winds were estimated at 90 mph.
March 2012Flash FloodKinfolk Ridge$10,000Heavy rain caused flash flooding near Caruthersville. A vehicle was stranded in high water on County Road 362.
February 2008Thunderstorm WindCaruthersville$10,000Straight line winds knocked down trees and damaged the underpinnings of a mobile home in Caruthersville.
March 2008Thunderstorm WindHermondale$10,000Straight line winds damaged a few transformers near Interstate 55 about 4 miles south of Holland.
March 2006Thunderstorm WindWardell$10,000Two buildings were severely damaged. A radio tower was also damaged.
April 2006Tornado (F0)Steele$10,000A tornado touched down near Steele and moved southeast to Cottonwood Point. The tornado track was not continuous as it lifted up and touched down several times. The tornado mainly affected agricultural interests, damaging numerous corn crops. A few sheds and barns were also destroyed.
August 2003Thunderstorm WindCountywide$10,000Scattered trees and power lines were knocked down.
April 2002Thunderstorm WindWardell$10,000Some trees and power lines were blown down.
October 2001Thunderstorm WindCountywide$10,000Numerous trees were knocked down across the county.
May 2000Thunderstorm WindHayward$10,000Some trees and power lines were blown down.
May 2000Thunderstorm WindCooter$10,000Numerous trees were blown down.
June 1999Thunderstorm WindWardell$10,000A building used to store farm equipment was destroyed.
June 1998Thunderstorm WindHayti$10,000Several large trees were blown down in Hayti. A house trailer was damaged by some the downed trees. Several power lines were knocked down in Caruthersville.

Mines and quarries

8 recorded

The Survey's mineral resources record lists 8 workings inside this county. 1 still produces and 7 are closed or unrecorded. Each settlement page carries the workings within five miles of it.

Commodity Workings
Sand and Gravel, Construction8

The least common of them first, because a county's hundredth gravel pit says nothing its first ten did not.

Where SiteCommodity StatusRecorded
Borrow PitSand and Gravel, ConstructionPast Producer
Borrow PitSand and Gravel, ConstructionPast Producer
Borrow PitSand and Gravel, ConstructionPast Producer
Borrow PitSand and Gravel, ConstructionPast Producer
Borrow PitSand and Gravel, ConstructionPast Producer
Borrow PitSand and Gravel, ConstructionPast Producer
Borrow PitSand and Gravel, ConstructionPast Producer
Taylor Sand & Gravel DredgeSand and Gravel, ConstructionProducer

Every populated place in the county

71

Named settlements recorded in the Geographic Names Information System, each with the topographic sheets covering it. Villages, hamlets and abandoned places alike. Each is shown with the nearest named watercourse or landform and the survey quadrangle it falls on.

The vanished settlements of Pemiscot County: the places named above that are no longer on the map.

Provenance

  • Topographic sheets. USGS Historical Topographic Map Collection, county index, measured from the bulk metadata.
  • Fire insurance maps. Library of Congress Sanborn collection, faceted to this county.
  • Photographs. Each place queried individually against the Library of Congress Prints and Photographs search.
  • Wildfire. Short, Karen C. 2022. Spatial wildfire occurrence data for the United States, 1992-2020 [FPA_FOD_20221014]. 6th Edition. Fort Collins, CO: Forest Service Research Data Archive. https://doi.org/10.2737/RDS-2013-0009.6 Collected with United States Government funding and usable without additional permissions or fees.
  • Mines and quarries. USGS Mineral Resources Data System (MRDS) https://mrdata.usgs.gov/mrds/ A work of the United States government, no copyright under 17 U.S.C. 105.
  • Storms. NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/stormevents/ A work of the United States government, no copyright under 17 U.S.C. 105. Narratives are quoted verbatim from the National Weather Service report and are not edited or summarised.