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Columbus
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.9
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Columbus, Georgia is a city located in the western part of the state with a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures often reaching the low 90s, while winter temperatures typically range from the mid-30s to the mid-50s. The Chattahoochee River runs through the city, providing opportunities for water-based outdoor activities such as kayaking, fishing, and swimming. The river also serves as the primary water source for Columbus, with hydrology constituents including dissolved solids, pH, and bacteria levels being monitored regularly. Other outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking and biking on the Chattahoochee Riverwalk and exploring nearby state parks such as F.D. Roosevelt and Providence Canyon.
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): 8.1
Columbus receives approximately
1193mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Columbus has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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
Apalachicola
Area Rivers
Apalachicola
Snowpack Depths
Apalachicola
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Apalachicola
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton Landing | 10 | 14 ft | |||
| Hardridge Creek | None | 215 ft | |||
| Cotton Hill | None | 214 ft | |||
| Wright Lake | 36 | 23 ft | |||
| Chattahoochee City Park | None | 96 ft | |||
| River Junction - Lake Seminole | 16 | 199 ft | |||
| Torreya State Park | None | 263 ft | |||
| Camel Lake | None | 83 ft | |||
| Eastbank - Lake Seminole | 40 | 87 ft | |||
| Three Rivers State Park | None | 180 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): 1.5
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.