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De-Kalb
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
0.9
•
Safeguard
3.6/10
De-Kalb, Mississippi has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated in a region characterized by sandy soils, pine forests, and numerous lakes and streams. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Chunky River, Okatibbee Creek, and the Noxubee River. These water bodies offer excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming. De-Kalb is also home to the Okatibbee Water Park, which is a popular spot for picnics, camping, and water sports. Visitors can explore the town's history by visiting the historic De-Kalb Courthouse Square or take a hike along the Choctaw Trails, which offers scenic views of the surrounding woodlands.
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): 7.6
De-Kalb receives approximately
1417mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
De-Kalb has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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
Mobile Bay- Tombigbee
Area Rivers
Mobile Bay- Tombigbee
Snowpack Depths
Mobile Bay- Tombigbee
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Mobile Bay- Tombigbee
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkco State Park | None | 273 ft | |||
| Gulf Marine State Park | None | 6 ft | |||
| Twiltley Branch - Okatibbee Lake | None | 421 ft | |||
| Archusa Creek Waterpark | 69 | 315 ft | |||
| Turkey Fork Rec. Area | 76 | 278 ft | |||
| Maynor Creek Waterpark | None | 362 ft | |||
| Davis Bayou - Gulf Islands National Seashore | 52 | 19 ft | |||
| Shepard State Park | None | 16 ft | |||
| Lake Perry | 20 | 157 ft | |||
| Dunns Falls Water Park | None | 269 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): 0.9
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.