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Courtland
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
2.0
•
Community
1.1
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Courtland is a small town in Lawrence County, Alabama, with a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. The town is located near the Tennessee River and its hydrology constituents include numerous creeks and streams. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking and camping in the nearby Bankhead National Forest, fishing and boating in the Tennessee River and its tributaries, and golfing at the Cedar Ridge Golf Course. Additionally, the nearby town of Decatur offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities, including the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge, the Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts, and the Cook Museum of Natural Science.
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): 7.5
Courtland receives approximately
1448mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Courtland 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
Middle Tennessee-Elk
Area Rivers
Middle Tennessee-Elk
Snowpack Depths
Middle Tennessee-Elk
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Tennessee-Elk
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Bank/Millers Ferry | None | 89 ft | |||
| Lake Stone | None | 111 ft | |||
| Fort Pickens - Gulf Islands National Seashore | None | 8 ft | |||
| Chilatchee Creek | 33 | 107 ft | |||
| Blue Angel Naval Military - Pensacola NAS | None | 20 ft | |||
| Big Lagoon State Park | None | 23 ft | |||
| Bells Landing | 14 | 69 ft | |||
| Haines Island | 12 | 55 ft | |||
| Oak Grove Military - Pensacola NAS | None | 16 ft | |||
| Roland Cooper State Park | 60 | 85 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): 1.1
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.