Bolton-area historical earthquake activity is near Mississippi state average. It is 80% smaller than the overall U.S. average. On 10/24/1997 at 08:35:17, a magnitude 4.9 (4.8 MB, 4.2 MS, 4.9 LG, Depth: 6.2 mi, Class: Light, Intensity: IV - V) earthquake occurred 205.9 miles away from the city center.