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Damascus
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
4.8
•
Community
2.2
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Damascus is a small town located in northeast Ohio with a humid continental climate. The summers are warm and humid, while the winters are cold and snowy. The town is situated near the Mahoning River, which provides a source of hydrology constituents. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Damascus include hiking and biking on the nearby Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, fishing and kayaking on the Mahoning River, and camping at the West Branch State Park. The park also offers opportunities for swimming, boating, and picnicking. Additionally, the area is popular among hunters during deer and turkey hunting seasons.
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): 7.8
Damascus receives approximately
1018mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Damascus 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 Ohio-Beaver
Area Rivers
Upper Ohio-Beaver
Snowpack Depths
Upper Ohio-Beaver
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Ohio-Beaver
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford Lake State Park | 40 | 1,161 ft | |||
| Mosquito Lake State Park | 235 | 915 ft | |||
| Perry Township Park | None | 615 ft | |||
| West Branch State Park | 200 | 1,011 ft | |||
| Petersburg Boat Landing | None | 982 ft | |||
| Mill Creek - Berlin Reservoir | 350 | 1,045 ft | |||
| Jefferson Lake State Park | 100 | 1,095 ft | |||
| Geneva State Park | 100 | 605 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): 2.2
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.