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Butztown
Eden Index
Climate
9.6
•
Recreation
3.5
•
Community
3.1
•
Safeguard
5.8/10
Butztown is a small community located in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. The climate is typical of the northeastern United States, with cold winters and warm summers. The area is situated in the watershed of the Lehigh River and is home to several streams, including Monocacy Creek and Bushkill Creek. These waterways support a variety of fish species, including trout, bass, and catfish. Outdoor recreation opportunities include fishing, hiking, and birdwatching at local parks such as Louise W. Moore Park and Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center. The area also has a rich history, with several historic sites and museums to explore.
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): 9.6
Butztown receives approximately
1184mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Butztown 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
Upper Delaware
Area Rivers
Upper Delaware
Snowpack Depths
Upper Delaware
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Delaware
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ledgedale Rec Area | None | 1,183 ft | |||
| Wilsonville Rec Area - PPL | None | 1,195 ft | |||
| Ironwood Point Rec Area - PPL | 49 | 1,296 ft | |||
| Tobyhanna State Park | None | 1,985 ft | |||
| Promised Land State Park | None | 1,746 ft | |||
| Lake Towhee County Park | None | 509 ft | |||
| Caffrey Rec Area - PPL | 29 | 1,218 ft |
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): 3.1
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.