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Corydon
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Corydon is a small town situated in Henderson County, Kentucky, with a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are cold and snowy. The town has access to Ohio River, which serves as a source of hydrology constituents, including agricultural runoff and sediment. Despite this, the river is popular for fishing and boating activities. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Corydon include hiking and camping at the nearby John James Audubon State Park. The park also hosts an annual Audubon Wildlife Art Show and a Bluegrass Music Festival. For those interested in history, the town has several historic sites, including a restored log cabin from the 1800s.
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
Corydon receives approximately
1171mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Corydon 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
Area Rivers
Snowpack Depths
Reservoir Storage Capacity
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robinson City Park | None | 541 ft | |||
| Lock 8 | None | 123 ft | |||
| Bumpus Mills - Lake Barkley | None | 520 ft | |||
| Crawford County Fairgrounds | None | 508 ft | |||
| Kickapoo State Park | 185 | 565 ft | |||
| Mill Creek Park | 140 | 657 ft | |||
| Lincoln Trail | None | 412 ft | |||
| Lock 7 | None | 112 ft | |||
| Lock 5 | None | 99 ft | |||
| Foscue | 54 | 95 ft | |||
| Lake Lurleen State Park | 91 | 276 ft | |||
| Chickasaw State Park | 3 | 133 ft | |||
| Paris City Park | None | 668 ft | |||
| Belmont Park | None | 87 ft | |||
| Gatlin Point | 30 | 433 ft | |||
| Red Hills Lake State Park | 130 | 519 ft | |||
| Forkland/McConnico Creek | 42 | 150 ft | |||
| Lincoln Trail State Park | 240 | 655 ft | |||
| Gatlin Point - LBL | 19 | 453 ft | |||
| Forest Glen County Preserve | 42 | 669 ft | |||
| Kimmell City Park | 10 | 415 ft | |||
| Jennings Ferry | 52 | 109 ft | |||
| Runaway Branch | None | 87 ft | |||
| Oblong Park | None | 491 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): 0.7
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.