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Brookville
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Brookville, Ohio is a small town located in Montgomery County. The climate in Brookville is characterized by warm summers and cold winters, with an average annual temperature of 51°F. The town is home to a number of small streams and wetlands, which contribute to the local hydrology. The constituents of these waterways include sediment, nutrients, and various pollutants. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Brookville include hiking, fishing, and boating at nearby Wolf Creek and Englewood MetroParks. The town is also home to a number of community parks, which offer a variety of amenities such as playgrounds, picnic areas, and sports fields.
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): 8.3
Brookville receives approximately
1032mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Brookville 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
Great Miami
Area Rivers
Great Miami
Snowpack Depths
Great Miami
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Great Miami
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Hudson State Rec Area | 50 | 860 ft | |||
| Boltz Lake Ramp - DFWR | None | 842 ft | |||
| Harrison Lake State Park | 200 | 782 ft | |||
| Kentucky Horse Park Campground | 270 | 880 ft | |||
| Fort Boonesborough State Park | 165 | 621 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): 3.2
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.