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Bennington
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Bennington, Indiana is a small rural community located in Switzerland County, in the southeastern part of the state. The climate in Bennington is classified as humid continental, with cold winters and warm summers. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Ohio River, which runs along the eastern border of Switzerland County, and several smaller streams and creeks. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Bennington include hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping. The nearby Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge offers over 50,000 acres of protected land for wildlife observation and hunting. The area also boasts several state parks, including Versailles State Park and Clifty Falls State Park, which offer hiking trails, fishing, and camping opportunities.
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): 8.2
Bennington receives approximately
1171mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Bennington 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
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Area Rivers
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Snowpack Depths
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Ogle Riverfront Park | None | 451 ft | |||
| Guist Creek Lake County Park | None | 792 ft | |||
| Versailles State Park | 225 | 965 ft | |||
| Dale Hollow State Park | 145 | 1,037 ft | |||
| Taylorsville Lake State Park | 40 | 760 ft | |||
| Obey River - Dale Hollow Lake | 131 | 658 ft | |||
| Lake Shelby Campground | 20 | 721 ft | |||
| Lake Jericho Recreation Area | 62 | 814 ft | |||
| General Butler State Park | 110 | 490 ft | |||
| Boat Ramp - Elmer Davis Lake - DFWR | None | 735 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.