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Bear-Branch
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.5/10
Bear-Branch, Kentucky is a small community located in the eastern part of the state. The area has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The hydrology of the region is dominated by the North Fork of the Kentucky River, which flows through the area. The river and its tributaries provide excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. The area is also home to several hiking trails, including the Bear-Branch Trail and the North Fork Loop Trail, which offer scenic views of the surrounding mountains and forests. Other popular outdoor activities in the area include camping, hunting, and wildlife watching. Overall, Bear-Branch offers visitors an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities in a beautiful natural setting.
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): 8.1
Bear-Branch receives approximately
1226mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Bear-Branch has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Dam Tailwater | 62 | 1,023 ft | |||
| Trace Branch - Buckhorn Lake | 20 | 865 ft | |||
| Panther Creek State Park | 50 | 1,192 ft | |||
| Natural Bridge State Park | 95 | 773 ft | |||
| Zilpo Rec Area | 368 | 764 ft | |||
| Sevier County Park - Douglas Reservoir | None | 1,073 ft | |||
| Buckhorn Dam Rec Area - Buckhorn Lake | 33 | 740 ft | |||
| Elkmont - Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 220 | 2,177 ft | |||
| Koomer Ridge Rec Area | 76 | 1,233 ft | |||
| Tsali | 41 | 1,717 ft | |||
| Smokemont - Smoky Mountains National Park | 142 | 2,242 ft | |||
| Clay Lick - DFWR | None | 740 ft | |||
| Deep Creek - Great Smoky Mountains | 92 | 1,812 ft | |||
| Wilderness Road - Cumberland Gap National Park | 160 | 1,311 ft | |||
| Clear Creek Rec Area | 23 | 762 ft | |||
| Twin Knobs Rec Area | 623 | 773 ft | |||
| Paragon | 9 | 731 ft | |||
| May Springs | None | 1,103 ft | |||
| Willie Begley Memorial RV Park | None | 954 ft | |||
| North Fork - DFWR | None | 734 ft | |||
| Cherokee Dam | 42 | 1,132 ft | |||
| Douglas Dam Headwater | 65 | 1,037 ft | |||
| Pine Mountain State Park | None | 1,016 ft | |||
| Dandridge Municipal Park - Douglas Reservoir | None | 997 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):
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.