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Cottage-Hills
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Cottage Hills is a small town located in Madison County, Illinois. It has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cool winters. Rainfall is common throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 41 inches. The hydrology constituents in the area include the Illinois River and various creeks and streams. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking and biking trails at the nearby Pere Marquette State Park, fishing and boating on the Illinois River, and golfing at Fox Creek Golf Course. Overall, Cottage Hills provides a peaceful and natural environment for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
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): 8.3
Cottage-Hills receives approximately
1005mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Cottage-Hills 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
Upper Mississippi-Salt
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Salt
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Salt
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Bernard State Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Lake Mary Crawford | 20 | 293 ft | |||
| Fontainebleau State Park | None | 18 ft | |||
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 ft | |||
| Lefleurs Bluff State Park | None | 288 ft | |||
| New Orleans Reserve Military | None | 0 ft | |||
| Fairview Riverside State Park | None | 4 ft | |||
| DLo Water Park | None | 312 ft | |||
| Bogue Chitto Water Park | None | 276 ft | |||
| Bayou Segnette State Park | None | 0 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): 2.5
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.