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Castalian-Spring
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Castalian-Spring is a small town in Tennessee with a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are mild with occasional snowfall. The town is known for its natural spring, which flows into the Cumberland River and contains high levels of calcium, magnesium, and bicarbonate. Outdoor recreation opportunities include fishing, kayaking, and swimming in the Cumberland River, as well as hiking and camping in nearby state parks such as Burgess Falls and Fall Creek Falls. Castalian-Spring also has a rich history and is home to the historic Wynnewood estate, which offers guided tours of the antebellum mansion and grounds.
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): 7.8
Castalian-Spring receives approximately
1340mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Castalian-Spring has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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
Lower Cumberland
Area Rivers
Lower Cumberland
Snowpack Depths
Lower Cumberland
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Cumberland
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole Knobs - J. Percy Priest Reservoir | 88 | 537 ft | |||
| Sharon Johnston Park | 33 | 771 ft | |||
| Old Stone Fort State Park | 51 | 1,005 ft | |||
| Tims Ford State Park | 52 | 936 ft | |||
| Lake Guntersville State Park | 366 | 630 ft | |||
| Barton Springs - Normandy Lake | 67 | 885 ft | |||
| Cathedral Caverns State Park | None | 643 ft | |||
| Monte Sano State Park | 104 | 1,608 ft | |||
| Cedar Point - Normandy Lake | None | 882 ft | |||
| Marshall County Park | None | 598 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.