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Bluffton
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
4.0
•
Safeguard
5.2/10
Bluffton, Ohio has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The Blanchard River, a tributary of the Auglaize River, flows through the town and has been known to cause flooding during heavy rainfall. The area is also known for its karst topography, which can lead to sinkholes and other geological features. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Bluffton include hiking and biking on the Blanchard River Greenway Trail, fishing at nearby reservoirs and lakes, and golfing at the Bluffton Golf Club. Additionally, the town hosts an annual summer festival featuring live music, food vendors, and a parade.
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
Bluffton receives approximately
942mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Bluffton 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
Western Lake Erie
Area Rivers
Western Lake Erie
Snowpack Depths
Western Lake Erie
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Western Lake Erie
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Lake - Brighton Rec Area | None | 888 ft | |||
| Green Lake - Waterloo State Rec Area | None | 959 ft | |||
| Murray Lake - Brighton Rec Area | None | 875 ft | |||
| Bishop Lake - Brighton Rec Area | None | 901 ft | |||
| Pinckney State Rec Area | 235 | 907 ft | |||
| Mary Jane Thurston State Park | 35 | 644 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): 4.0
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.