Washington County · Missouri
Tree removal in Potosi, MO
Potosi: one National Weather Service storm report near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 70 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Potosi
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 70 mph
- with trees across Washington County
- 23
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Potosi, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Aug 2, 2023 |
| Strongest gust | 70 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Washington County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 28 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 23 |
| Tornado reports | 5 |
Full record for Washington County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Washington County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 103 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 39 |
| Distance to the station | 4 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Potosi
| Households | 1,030 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 5 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1963 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Union Electric Co |
|---|---|
| Crawford Electric Coop, Inc |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Potosi
- The neighbor’s tree7 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 1,030 households
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1963, among older trees
- Arborist assessment
- Cables and braces
- What changes the price?
Rules in Missouri
Missouri: no statewide tree-work license turned up in our research, so proof of liability insurance and workers’ compensation is the thing to ask for.
Claim complaints: Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance.