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Andersonville
Eden Index
Climate
7.7
•
Recreation
4.3
•
Community
1.1
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Andersonville, Tennessee is a small town located in the northern part of the state. The climate in Andersonville is typically mild, with warm summers and cool winters. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with slightly wetter conditions in the spring and fall.
Hydrology constituents in Andersonville include the Clinch River, which flows through the town and provides opportunities for fishing and boating. The nearby Norris Lake also offers recreational activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Andersonville include hiking and camping in the nearby Appalachian Mountains. The Big Ridge State Park, located just south of Andersonville, offers hiking trails and a campground. The Oak Ridge Greenways, located to the east of Andersonville, provide paved trails for walking, running, and cycling.
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): 7.7
Andersonville receives approximately
1377mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Andersonville has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
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
Upper Tennessee
Area Rivers
Upper Tennessee
Snowpack Depths
Upper Tennessee
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Tennessee
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shady Grove - Lake Lanier | None | 1,113 ft | |||
| Shoal Creek - Lake Lanier | None | 1,117 ft | |||
| River Forks - Lake Lanier | 73 | 1,123 ft | |||
| Sawnee | None | 1,070 ft | |||
| Bald Ridge Creek | None | 1,097 ft | |||
| Charleston - Lake Lanier | None | 1,185 ft | |||
| Bolding Mill - Lake Lanier | None | 1,102 ft | |||
| Old Federal - Lake Lanier | None | 1,108 ft | |||
| Chestnut Ridge - Lake Lanier | None | 1,108 ft | |||
| War Hill - Lake Lanier | 14 | 1,132 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): 1.1
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.