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Dalton-City
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Dalton City is a small village located in Moultrie County, Illinois. The climate in Dalton City is characterized by hot summers and cold winters. The village receives moderate rainfall throughout the year. The hydrology constituents in Dalton City are mainly influenced by the Kaskaskia River, which is located about 10 miles west of the village. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Dalton City are limited, but nearby areas offer fantastic options for nature lovers. The Fox Ridge State Park, located about 10 miles from the village, offers hiking, camping, and fishing opportunities. The Lake Shelbyville, which is about 20 miles from the village, offers a wide range of water sports activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming.
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
Dalton-City receives approximately
993mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Dalton-City 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
Kaskaskia
Area Rivers
Kaskaskia
Snowpack Depths
Kaskaskia
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Kaskaskia
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairley Bridge Landing | 6 | 88 ft | |||
| Lake Boque Homa | None | 238 ft | |||
| Gulf Marine State Park | None | 6 ft | |||
| Turkey Fork Rec. Area | 76 | 278 ft | |||
| Keesler AFB Military | 52 | 22 ft | |||
| Maynor Creek Waterpark | None | 362 ft | |||
| Cypress Creek Landing | 17 | 103 ft | |||
| Lake Perry | 20 | 157 ft | |||
| Davis Bayou - Gulf Islands National Seashore | 52 | 19 ft | |||
| Shepard State Park | None | 16 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.