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Ama
Eden Index
Climate
6.8
•
Recreation
4.9
•
Community
3.7
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Ama, Louisiana is a small town located in St. Charles Parish. The climate in Ama is characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 63 inches of rainfall per year, with the wettest months being May and June. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Mississippi River and Bayou Des Allemands. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Ama include fishing, hunting, and boating on Bayou Des Allemands, which is known for its abundant catfish and alligator populations. The area also has several parks and recreational areas, including the Ama Recreational Park, which has facilities for baseball, softball, soccer, and football.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 6.8
Ama receives approximately
1609mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
21°C.
Ama has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Lower Mississippi-New Orleans
Area Rivers
Lower Mississippi-New Orleans
Snowpack Depths
Lower Mississippi-New Orleans
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Mississippi-New Orleans
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.9
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Quin State Park | None | 416 ft | |||
| Fairview Riverside State Park | None | 4 ft | |||
| Lake Mary Crawford | 20 | 293 ft | |||
| Bayou Segnette State Park | None | 0 ft | |||
| Mississippi Petrified Forest | 15 | 294 ft | |||
| Lefleurs Bluff State Park | None | 288 ft | |||
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 ft | |||
| Greenville - Lake Wappapello | None | 382 ft | |||
| Bogue Chitto Water Park | None | 276 ft | |||
| Lake Lincoln State Park | None | 426 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 3.7
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.