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Bogue-Chitto
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
•
Community
0.9
•
Safeguard
3.1/10
Bogue-Chitto is a small town in Lincoln County, Mississippi, with a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated near the Bogue-Chitto River, which is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities such as canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. The river's hydrology constituents are affected by rainfall and the surrounding land use, with water quality monitoring programs in place to protect its ecological health. Additionally, the town is home to several parks and recreational areas, providing opportunities for hiking, camping, and picnicking. Overall, Bogue-Chitto offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities for visitors and residents to enjoy.
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
Bogue-Chitto receives approximately
1548mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Bogue-Chitto has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville - Lake Wappapello | None | 382 ft | |||
| Tickfaw State Park | None | 15 ft | |||
| St. Peters 370 Lakeside Park | 50 | 426 ft | |||
| Lake Lincoln State Park | None | 426 ft | |||
| St. Francois State Park | None | 777 ft | |||
| Bogue Chitto Water Park | None | 276 ft | |||
| Pere Marquette State Park | 80 | 644 ft | |||
| Sulphur Springs - Lake Wappapello | None | 391 ft | |||
| Mississippi Petrified Forest | 15 | 294 ft | |||
| Percy Quin State Park | None | 416 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): 0.9
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.