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Bear-Creek
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
2.0
•
Community
0.8
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Bear Creek, Alabama is a small town located in northwest Alabama. The climate is typical of the southeastern United States, with hot summers and mild winters. The Bear Creek watershed is primarily composed of agricultural land and forested areas. Hydrology constituents in the area include the Bear Creek Reservoir, which serves as a drinking water source for local communities, and the Bear Creek Waterway, which is popular for fishing and paddling. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking and camping in the Bankhead National Forest, as well as fishing and boating in the local waterways. Overall, Bear Creek offers a quiet, rural atmosphere with ample opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
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): 7.3
Bear-Creek receives approximately
1548mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Bear-Creek 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
Middle Tennessee-Elk
Area Rivers
Middle Tennessee-Elk
Snowpack Depths
Middle Tennessee-Elk
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Tennessee-Elk
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blakeley State Park | None | 80 ft | |||
| Chickasaw State Park | 3 | 133 ft | |||
| Belmont Park | None | 87 ft | |||
| Runaway Branch | None | 87 ft | |||
| Isaac Creek | 60 | 57 ft | |||
| Meaher State Park | 56 | 6 ft | |||
| Damsite West Bank | None | 63 ft | |||
| Lock 5 | None | 99 ft | |||
| Foscue | 54 | 95 ft | |||
| Gulf State Park | 496 | 4 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): 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.