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Dauphin-Island
Eden Index
Climate
6.7
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
1.1
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Dauphin Island, located at the mouth of Mobile Bay in Alabama, has a subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers. The island is surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and Mobile Bay, providing ample opportunities for fishing, beachcombing, and water sports. The hydrology constituents of the area include diverse marine life such as sea turtles, dolphins, and a variety of fish species. Visitors can take guided eco-tours to explore the island's natural beauty, including its wetlands and birding habitats. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy hiking, cycling, and camping in the nearby Gulf State Park. The island is vulnerable to hurricanes and storm surges, making it important for visitors to stay aware of weather conditions during their visit.
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): 6.7
Dauphin-Island receives approximately
1614mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 90%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Dauphin-Island has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickasabogue Park | None | 39 ft | |||
| Lakeview RV City Park | None | 230 ft | |||
| Meaher State Park | 56 | 6 ft | |||
| Old Lock 1 - Coffeeville Lake | None | 30 ft | |||
| Mobile County Marina | 42 | 13 ft | |||
| Blakeley State Park | None | 80 ft | |||
| Bladon Springs State Park | 10 | 193 ft | |||
| Citronelle Lakeview RV Park | 24 | 226 ft | |||
| St. Stephens Historical Park | None | 48 ft | |||
| Dauphin Island City Park | 150 | 6 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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.