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Coalfield
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
4.9
•
Community
1.6
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Coalfield, a small town in Morgan County, Tennessee, has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 53 inches of rainfall per year and is prone to occasional flooding. Hydrology constituents include the Coal Creek watershed, which runs through the town and is known for its high levels of dissolved solids and acidity. However, the creek is also popular for fishing and paddling. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Coalfield include hiking and camping in the nearby Frozen Head State Park, as well as hunting and ATV riding on private land. The town also hosts the annual Coalfield Community Day event each August, featuring live music and local 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): 7.6
Coalfield receives approximately
1414mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Coalfield 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
Upper Tennessee
Area Rivers
Upper Tennessee
Snowpack Depths
Upper Tennessee
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Tennessee
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payne - Allatoona Lake | None | 848 ft | |||
| Jacks River Fields | 14 | 2,865 ft | |||
| Victoria - Allatoona Lake | None | 897 ft | |||
| Harris Branch - Carters Lake | None | 1,230 ft | |||
| Ridgeway - Carters Lake | None | 1,282 ft | |||
| Amicalola Falls State Park | None | 1,779 ft | |||
| Dobbins Lakeside Military | None | 1,079 ft | |||
| Sweetwater - Allatoona Lake | None | 896 ft | |||
| Woodring Branch - Carters Lake | None | 1,142 ft | |||
| Doll Mountain - Carters Lake | None | 1,206 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): 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.