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Daysville
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
•
Community
2.2
•
Safeguard
3.7/10
Daysville, Kentucky is located in the central part of the state and experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 47 inches of rainfall each year, with the wettest months being May and June. The hydrology constituents in Daysville include the Rolling Fork River and Cedar Creek, which provide opportunities for fishing and boating. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking and camping in the nearby Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest, as well as golfing at the Cedar-Fil Golf Course. The small town also has a community park with a playground and picnic area.
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): 7.9
Daysville receives approximately
1293mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Daysville 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
Green
Area Rivers
Green
Snowpack Depths
Green
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Green
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brierfield Ironworks Historical Park | None | 358 ft | |||
| Hoover RV Park | None | 483 ft | |||
| Easter Posey MWR Military - Redstone Arsenal | None | 569 ft | |||
| Point Mallard City Campground | None | 568 ft | |||
| Crane MWR Military | None | 594 ft | |||
| Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park | 300 | 435 ft | |||
| Rickwood Caverns State Park | 13 | 703 ft | |||
| West Boggs Park | 220 | 528 ft | |||
| Oak Mountain State Park | 145 | 683 ft | |||
| Henry Horton State Park | 56 | 672 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.