Earthquake Preparedness

Corvallis Fault

The Corvallis Fault is located north and west of the City of Corvallis. The general location of this fault is illustrated on the following maps produced by Benton County and the City of Corvallis. At this time, it is not known whether the Corvallis Fault is active or not.

• City of Corvallis Map (PDF)
• Benton County Map (PDF)

Retrofit Information

• Simpson Strong Tie - Earthquake Retrofit Guide & Plans 

• Video: Retrofitted Building Survives 2014 NAPA Earthquake

• Oregon Building Codes - Seismic Code History in Oregon

• FEMA: Importance of up-to-date building codes

• Oregon DOGAMI: Seismic Assessments of Buildings in Benton County

More Information

For more information and resources about earthquake preparedness, go to Earthquake Preparedness | Corvallis Oregon.