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Clearfield
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
4.8
•
Community
1.6
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Clearfield is a small town located in Rowan County, Kentucky. The climate in Clearfield is typical of the region, with hot summers and mild winters. The average temperature in July is around 80°F, while in January it dips to around 35°F. The town is situated near the Licking River, which provides a source of water for the area. Hydrology constituents in the river include dissolved oxygen, pH, and nutrients. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Clearfield include fishing, hunting, and hiking in nearby parks and forests such as Carter Caves State Resort Park and Daniel Boone National Forest. The town also hosts the annual Rowan County Autumn Fest, which features live music, food, and arts and crafts vendors.
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): 8.2
Clearfield receives approximately
1186mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Clearfield 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
Licking
Area Rivers
Licking
Snowpack Depths
Licking
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Licking
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Knobs Rec Area | 623 | 773 ft | |||
| Paragon | 9 | 731 ft | |||
| Wilderness Road - Cumberland Gap National Park | 160 | 1,311 ft | |||
| Clay Lick - DFWR | None | 740 ft | |||
| Clear Creek Rec Area | 23 | 762 ft | |||
| Trace Branch - Buckhorn Lake | 20 | 865 ft | |||
| Willie Begley Memorial RV Park | None | 954 ft | |||
| Buckhorn Dam Rec Area - Buckhorn Lake | 33 | 740 ft | |||
| North Fork - DFWR | None | 734 ft | |||
| Zilpo Rec Area | 368 | 764 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): 1.6
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.