Bartholomew County · Indiana
Tree removal in Columbus, IN
Columbus: one National Weather Service storm report near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 58 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Columbus
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 58 mph
- with trees across Bartholomew County
- 36
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Columbus, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 19, 2020 |
| Strongest gust | 58 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Bartholomew County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 41 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 36 |
| Tornado reports | 1 |
Full record for Bartholomew County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Bartholomew 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 | 108 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 35 |
| Distance to the station | 3 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Columbus
| Households | 21,310 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1981 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | AES Indiana |
|---|---|
| Duke Energy Indiana, LLC | |
| Bartholomew County Rural E M C |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 7 utilities in Bartholomew County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Columbus
Rules in Indiana
Indiana: 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: Indiana Department of Insurance.