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Cornishville
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
3.3
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Cornishville is a small town located in central Kentucky with a humid subtropical climate. The summers are hot and humid, while the winters are cool to mild. Cornishville is surrounded by several creeks and streams, including the Salt River, which flows through the town. The hydrology constituents of the area include limestone caves and sinkholes, as well as a few small lakes. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Cornishville include fishing, boating, and hiking. The town is bordered by several state parks, including Harrodsburg, Shakertown, and Perryville Battlefield State Park, which offer additional outdoor activities such as camping, horseback riding, and historic tours. The area is also known for its scenic drives and picturesque landscapes.
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
Cornishville receives approximately
1197mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Cornishville 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
Lower Ohio-Salt
Area Rivers
Lower Ohio-Salt
Snowpack Depths
Lower Ohio-Salt
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Ohio-Salt
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandy Creek - Big South Fork Area | 147 | 1,562 ft | |||
| Fishing Creek - Lake Cumberland | 45 | 805 ft | |||
| Cumberland Point - Lake Cumberland | 30 | 906 ft | |||
| Sale Creek - Chickamauga Lake | 50 | 707 ft | |||
| Pickett State Rustic Park | 32 | 1,586 ft | |||
| Paul Ogle Riverfront Park | None | 451 ft | |||
| Lake Cumberland State Park | 150 | 911 ft | |||
| Great Meadows | 18 | 1,038 ft | |||
| Big Bone Lick State Park | 60 | 496 ft | |||
| Boat Ramp - Elmer Davis Lake - DFWR | None | 735 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): 3.3
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.