Earthquake Risk in Des Moines, IA
Des Moines is a city of approximately 214,000 residents in Iowa. Use the search tool below to get a detailed earthquake risk report for any address in the Des Moines area, or browse the earthquake activity data below to understand the seismic context of this region.
There are 2 notable earthquakes recorded within 200 km of Des Moines. The largest was a magnitude 3.5 6 km SSE of Riverton, Iowa on July 16, 2004. The nearest was 184 km away.
Notable Earthquakes Near Des Moines
Significant earthquakes recorded within 200 km.
| Magnitude | Location | Distance | Depth | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M3.5 | 6 km SSE of Riverton, Iowa | 193 km | 5.0 km | Jul 16, 2004 |
| M2.7 | 4 km E of Rembrandt, Iowa | 184 km | 10.0 km | Jun 30, 2021 |