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Cornelia
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Cornelia is a small city located in northeast Georgia, with a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The city is situated along the banks of the Chattahoochee River and its tributaries, making it an important watershed area. Hydrology constituents such as nitrate, total phosphorus, and bacteria levels are monitored regularly to ensure the quality of water. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Cornelia include hiking and camping in the Chattahoochee National Forest, fishing and boating in Lake Russell, and exploring the historic downtown area. The city also hosts several annual events such as the Cornelia Apple Festival and the Big Red Apple Run.
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): 7.4
Cornelia receives approximately
1481mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Cornelia 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
Apalachicola
Area Rivers
Apalachicola
Snowpack Depths
Apalachicola
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Apalachicola
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toccoa Falls College RV Park | 12 | 870 ft | |||
| Lake Russell | 42 | 1,081 ft | |||
| Hard Labor Creek State Park | None | 713 ft | |||
| Central City Park - State Fairgrounds | None | 295 ft | |||
| Fort Yargo State Park | None | 914 ft | |||
| Lake Yonah County Park | None | 697 ft | |||
| Warner Robins AFB Military | None | 348 ft | |||
| Dames Ferry County Park | None | 424 ft | |||
| Lake Sinclair | 61 | 335 ft | |||
| Unicoi State Park | None | 1,678 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): 2.8
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.