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Cos-Cob
Eden Index
Climate
9.4
•
Recreation
4.6
•
Community
7.2
•
Safeguard
7.2/10
Cos Cob is a charming neighborhood in Greenwich, Connecticut, located along the Long Island Sound. The area features a humid subtropical climate with warm summers and cold winters. The hydrology constituents of the region include numerous rivers and streams, which flow into the Long Island Sound. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking in the nearby Mianus River Park. The park spans over 400 acres and features scenic trails and stunning waterfalls. Additionally, the nearby Greenwich Point Park offers stunning beaches, picnic areas, and hiking trails. With its beautiful natural surroundings, Cos Cob is an ideal destination for those seeking to enjoy the great outdoors.
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): 9.4
Cos-Cob receives approximately
1298mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Cos-Cob 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
Connecticut Coastal
Area Rivers
Connecticut Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Connecticut Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Connecticut Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Pound Ridge Reservation | None | 624 ft | |||
| Mountain Lakes Park | None | 629 ft | |||
| Lake Waramaug State Park | 75 | 719 ft | |||
| Battle Row | None | 153 ft | |||
| Macedonia Brook State Park | 50 | 808 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): 7.2
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.