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Copper-Hill
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
2.7
•
Community
0.9
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Copper-Hill, Virginia is a small community located in Floyd County, known for its breathtaking natural beauty. The climate in Copper-Hill is characterized by four distinct seasons with mild temperatures in the summer and cold temperatures in the winter. The area's hydrology is dominated by the Little River, which provides a great place for fishing, swimming, and other water activities. The river is also home to many aquatic species, including trout, bass, and crayfish. Copper-Hill offers a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, and camping. The nearby Blue Ridge Mountains provide a beautiful backdrop for these activities, and visitors can also explore the many parks and trails in the area.
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
Copper-Hill receives approximately
1176mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Copper-Hill 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
Kanawha
Area Rivers
Kanawha
Snowpack Depths
Kanawha
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Kanawha
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.7
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jamison Mill Park - Philpott Lake | None | 1,042 ft | |||
Rocky Knob - Blue Ridge Parkway | None | 3,072 ft | |||
Goose Point - Philpott Lake | None | 1,155 ft | |||
Moncove Lake State Park | None | 2,527 ft | |||
Horseshoe Point - Philpott Lake | None | 1,107 ft | |||
Riverside - Watoga State Park | None | 2,037 ft | |||
Meadow Creek - Lake Sherwood | 38 | 2,692 ft | |||
Salthouse Branch - Philpott Lake | None | 1,042 ft | |||
Ryans Branch - Philpott Lake | None | 1,154 ft | |||
Oak Hollow City Campground | 84 | 874 ft | |||
Day Run | 12 | 3,104 ft | |||
West Shore - Lake Sherwood | 155 | 2,687 ft | |||
Pocahontas | 9 | 2,488 ft | |||
Bolar Mountain | 90 | 1,592 ft | |||
Roanoke Mountain - Blue Ridge Parkway | None | 1,458 ft | |||
Handley WMA | 13 | 3,083 ft | |||
Blue Bend | 21 | 1,915 ft | |||
Fairy Stone State Park | None | 1,032 ft | |||
Pine Run - Lake Sherwood | 36 | 2,687 ft | |||
Beaver Creek - Watoga State Park | None | 2,547 ft | |||
Hanging Rock State Park | None | 1,700 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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): 0.9
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.