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Defeated
Eden Index
Climate
7.7
•
Recreation
2.1
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Defeated, Tennessee is a small rural community located in Smith County. The climate in Defeated is characterized by hot summers and mild winters, with average temperatures ranging from 41°F to 89°F. The area is predominantly forested, with the Defeated Creek flowing through the community. The creek serves as a source of drinking water for the surrounding area and provides opportunities for fishing and boating. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Defeated include hiking and camping in the nearby Defeated Creek Park, which offers 12 miles of hiking trails and 80 campsites. Visitors can also enjoy hunting in the surrounding forests or exploring the nearby Cordell Hull Lake. Overall, Defeated offers a scenic and peaceful setting for those seeking outdoor recreation and relaxation.
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): 7.7
Defeated receives approximately
1353mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Defeated has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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
Lower Cumberland
Area Rivers
Lower Cumberland
Snowpack Depths
Lower Cumberland
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Cumberland
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anniston Army Depot RV Military | None | 635 ft | |||
| Turnipseed Hunter Camp | 10 | 1,172 ft | |||
| Lake Chinnabee | 10 | 829 ft | |||
| Jackson County Park | None | 627 ft | |||
| Bucks Pocket State Park | 36 | 890 ft | |||
| Dekalb County Public Lake | None | 1,317 ft | |||
| Cheaha State Park | 30 | 2,096 ft | |||
| Noccalula Falls Campground | None | 732 ft | |||
| Stevenson Municipal Park - Guntersville Reservoir | None | 599 ft | |||
| Goose Pond Colony | None | 618 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): 2.5
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.