St. Louis County · Missouri
Tree removal in University City, MO
University City: 2 National Weather Service storm reports 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 University City
- 2
- strongest gust in them
- 70 mph
- with trees across St. Louis County
- 102
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near University City, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 2 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Apr 18, 2024 · May 19, 2017 |
| Strongest gust | 70 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
St. Louis County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 125 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 102 |
| Tornado reports | 17 |
Full record for St. Louis County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, St. Louis County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Very high |
| Strong wind | Relatively high |
| Tornadoes | Relatively high |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 79 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 25 |
| Distance to the station | 4 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in University City
| Households | 16,270 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 6 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1949 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Union Electric Co |
|---|---|
| City of Kirkwood |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for University City
- Tree on power linesice storms rated very high in St. Louis County
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- Who pays?tornado risk rated high
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1949, among older trees
- Permits and rules
- Should it come down?
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.
Map of University City
Close by
- Hanley Hills 1 with trees
- Clayton 1 with trees
- Pagedale
- Vinita Park
- Wellston 1 with trees
- Bel-Nor
- Richmond Heights
- Olivette 1 with trees
- Charlack 1 with trees
- Velda City
- Overland
- Bel-Ridge