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Cecilia
Eden Index
Climate
7.2
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
2.7
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Cecilia, Louisiana is a small, rural community located in St. Martin Parish. The climate is warm and humid, with hot summers and mild winters. The area is situated within the Atchafalaya Basin, which is one of the largest wetland areas in the country. As a result, hydrology constituents are a significant factor in the region. The Bayou Teche flows through Cecilia, providing opportunities for fishing and boating. The nearby Atchafalaya River also offers recreational activities such as kayaking and canoeing. Additionally, there are several parks and wildlife refuges in the area, including the Lake Martin Wildlife Refuge and the Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge, which offer hiking, birdwatching, and other outdoor activities.
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): 7.2
Cecilia receives approximately
1557mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Cecilia has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Area Rivers
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Snowpack Depths
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acadiana Park | 75 | 42 ft | |||
| Trulock - Arkansas River | 15 | 195 ft | |||
| Cane Creek State park | None | 257 ft | |||
| Rising Star | None | 196 ft | |||
| Saracen Trace RV Park | 52 | 217 ft | |||
| Cypremort Point State Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Chemin - A - Haut State Park | None | 125 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): 2.7
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.