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Corunna
Eden Index
Climate
7.7
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Corunna is a small town in DeKalb County, Indiana with a predominantly rural landscape. The climate in Corunna is characterized by cold winters and warm summers with an average annual temperature of around 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The town lies within the St. Joseph River watershed, with local hydrology constituents including the Cedar Creek and Cedar Lake. These waterways offer opportunities for fishing, boating, and kayaking. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Corunna include hiking and biking along the area's scenic trails, as well as hunting and wildlife viewing in the nearby forests and wetlands.
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): 7.7
Corunna receives approximately
968mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Corunna has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
Western Lake Erie
Area Rivers
Western Lake Erie
Snowpack Depths
Western Lake Erie
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Western Lake Erie
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mounds State Rec Area - Brookville Lake | 450 | 945 ft | |||
| Johnny Appleseed Park | 40 | 759 ft | |||
| Bixler Lake City Campground | 100 | 965 ft | |||
| Steuben County Park | None | 1,019 ft | |||
| Pokagon State Park | 275 | 1,026 ft | |||
| Versailles State Park | 225 | 965 ft | |||
| Brookville Lake | 465 | 694 ft | |||
| Ouabache State Park | 125 | 822 ft | |||
| Quakertown State Rec Area - Brookville Lake | 450 | 762 ft | |||
| Franklin County Park | None | 662 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):
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.