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Clover-Bottom
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
3.0
•
Community
1.6
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Clover-Bottom, Kentucky is a small unincorporated community located in the southeastern part of Madison County. The climate in Clover-Bottom is typical of the humid subtropical climate zone, with hot summers and mild winters. The area is known for its abundant water sources, including the Kentucky River and several smaller creeks and streams that run through the area. Hydrology constituents in the area include sediment, nutrients, and organic matter. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Clover-Bottom include fishing, boating, and hiking along the river and nearby trails. The Kentucky River Palisades, a scenic limestone gorge, is also located in the area and provides opportunities for rock climbing and sightseeing.
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): 8.0
Clover-Bottom receives approximately
1245mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Clover-Bottom 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 Cumberland
Area Rivers
Upper Cumberland
Snowpack Depths
Upper Cumberland
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Cumberland
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Look Rock - Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 68 | 2,476 ft | |||
| Cheoah Point | 26 | 1,990 ft | |||
| Jake Best | 7 | 1,195 ft | |||
| Lotterdale Cove | None | 881 ft | |||
| Toqua Beach - Tellico Lake | 76 | 823 ft | |||
| Bear Creek Hunt Camp | 5 | 2,131 ft | |||
| Double Camp/Citgo Creek | 50 | 1,486 ft | |||
| Notchy Creek - Tellico Lake | None | 844 ft | |||
| Abrams Creek - Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 16 | 1,111 ft | |||
| Indian Boundary Rec Area | 191 | 1,813 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.