Baseball-sized hail detected near Dodge City, KS on June 16, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Dodge City monitoring area. Actual impact can vary by neighborhood, so nearby homes should use this as a signal to check roofs, gutters, siding, and vehicles.
Damage assessment
The radar-confirmed strike landed approximately 13 miles east of downtown Dodge City, with one hail report logged across Ford County that day. At 3 inches, architectural asphalt shingles — the dominant material in Dodge City — face high probability of functional damage: cracked or missing granules, fractured mat layers, and compromised waterproofing. This is not cosmetic. Roofs older than 10–12 years are especially vulnerable because aging shingles have less impact resistance. Ford County's largest recorded event reached 4 inches on September 8, 2025, so this event is severe but not the county's worst on record.
On a $122,800 home with a 2% deductible, the out-of-pocket threshold before insurance applies is roughly $2,456. A standard repair on a 2,000 sqft roof typically runs $6,398 — well above that threshold — while full replacement averages $10,663. Get a professional inspection before making any insurance decisions.
At these numbers, the typical repair cost exceeds a standard 2% deductible. Contact your insurer — damage at this level is likely worth filing before you pay out of pocket.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Dodge City inspection
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Historical context
Among 275 Ford County hail events of 1 inch or larger recorded over the past 10 years, this event ranks 12th by magnitude. The largest event on record reached 5 inches on May 24, 2016. June is historically active here — 80 events over the past decade — though May remains the peak month at 127 events.
Storm system
Quarter-sized hail hit Sedgwick County and half-dollar-sized hail hit Finney County the same day, suggesting this was part of a broader regional storm system rather than an isolated cell.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs of 1–2 weeks, which is relatively short — but that can change fast after a regional event. Storm chaser risk in Dodge City is rated moderate following major hail events, and the local roofing market is thin; most post-storm capacity typically arrives from contractors based in Kansas's larger metros, which adds its own vetting challenge. Kansas requires roofing contractors to hold a valid registration certificate under the Kansas Residential Roofing Act (KSA § 50-6,123 et seq.), and unregistered contractors cannot pursue legal claims in Kansas courts. Before signing anything, verify registration status through the Kansas Attorney General's office and confirm the contractor carries general liability and workers' compensation coverage.
Permits & building code
At 3 inches, full replacement is a real possibility — especially on older roofs — rather than patch repairs. In Dodge City, the contractor pulls the permit ($150–$350), and an inspection is required upon completion. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Kansas insurers.
- 1Photograph all visible hail damage — roof surface, gutters, downspouts, vents, and any damaged vehicles or AC units — before anything is disturbed.
- 2Schedule a professional roof inspection from a Kansas-registered roofing contractor to assess functional damage.
- 3Contact your insurance company to report the event and ask about your policy's claim filing window.
- 4Verify any contractor's registration with the Kansas Attorney General's office before signing a contract — and walk away from anyone offering to waive your deductible, which is illegal under Kansas law.
- 5Keep copies of all inspection reports, contractor bids, and insurer communications in one place.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Dodge City inspection
Hail size and location are based on NOAA NEXRAD radar data (SWDI); a full NWS written report is pending.