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Belmont
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
0.6
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Belmont, Mississippi is a small town located in the northeastern part of the state. The climate in Belmont is humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 55 inches of rainfall per year, and the Tombigbee River runs through the town. The hydrology constituents in the area consist mainly of sediment and nutrients from agricultural runoff. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking in the nearby Tishomingo State Park, fishing and boating on the Tombigbee River, and hunting in the surrounding woods. The town also hosts an annual "Belmont Hoedown" festival, featuring live music, food, and crafts.
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): 7.4
Belmont receives approximately
1483mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Belmont 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): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenoir Landing - Coffeeville Lake | None | 52 ft | |||
| Dauphin Island City Park | 150 | 6 ft | |||
| Lakeview RV City Park | None | 230 ft | |||
| Citronelle Lakeview RV Park | 24 | 226 ft | |||
| Bladon Springs State Park | 10 | 193 ft | |||
| St. Stephens Historical Park | None | 48 ft | |||
| Chickasabogue Park | None | 39 ft | |||
| Sumter Rec Area | None | 128 ft | |||
| Old Lock 1 - Coffeeville Lake | None | 30 ft | |||
| Service | 32 | 123 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): 0.6
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.