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Ashley
Eden Index
Climate
9.0
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
0.8
•
Safeguard
5.6/10
Ashley is a small town in northeastern Indiana with a humid continental climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters with moderate precipitation throughout the year. The town is situated in the Lake Michigan Watershed and its hydrology constituents include Cedar Creek, which flows through the town, and nearby Lake James. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, fishing, hunting, and boating in the nearby lakes and forests. The town is also home to the DeKalb County Fairgrounds, which hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including the popular Ashley-Hudson Days celebration. Overall, Ashley offers a peaceful and scenic environment for visitors to enjoy outdoor activities and experience the beauty of Indiana's natural resources.
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): 9.0
Ashley receives approximately
971mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Ashley has a plant hardyness factor of
5, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder 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
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Area Rivers
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Snowpack Depths
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pokagon State Park | 275 | 1,026 ft | |||
| Ouabache State Park | 125 | 822 ft | |||
| Johnny Appleseed Park | 40 | 759 ft | |||
| Franklin County Park | None | 662 ft | |||
| Quakertown State Rec Area - Brookville Lake | 450 | 762 ft | |||
| Steuben County Park | None | 1,019 ft | |||
| Versailles State Park | 225 | 965 ft | |||
| Brookville Lake | 465 | 694 ft | |||
| Mounds State Rec Area - Brookville Lake | 450 | 945 ft | |||
| Bixler Lake City Campground | 100 | 965 ft |
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): 0.8
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.