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Deridder
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
0.3
•
Community
1.4
•
Safeguard
3.4/10
Deridder is a small city located in the west-central part of Louisiana. The climate in Deridder is humid subtropical, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The area is prone to thunderstorms and occasional hurricanes. Deridder is also home to several rivers, including the Sabine River and the Calcasieu River, which are popular spots for fishing and boating. The groundwater in the area contains high levels of nitrate, which can be harmful to infants and pregnant women. Outdoor recreational opportunities in Deridder include hiking and camping in the Kisatchie National Forest and hunting in the nearby Wildlife Management Areas. The city is also known for its annual Beauregard Parish Fair.
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): 7.3
Deridder receives approximately
1540mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Deridder 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
Calcasieu - Mermentau
Area Rivers
Calcasieu - Mermentau
Snowpack Depths
Calcasieu - Mermentau
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Calcasieu - Mermentau
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bluff Camp Complex | 10 | 205 ft | |||
| Lotus Camp | 20 | 215 ft | |||
| Holbrook Parish Park | None | 20 ft | |||
| White Oak Park | 7 | 12 ft | |||
| Hodges Gardens State Park | 30 | 320 ft | |||
| Dogwood Complex | 12 | 174 ft | |||
| Intracoastal Parish Park | 25 | 8 ft | |||
| Sam Houston Jones State Park | 40 | 18 ft | |||
| Kisatchie Bayou Complex | 30 | 167 ft | |||
| Fullerton Complex | 36 | 307 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): 1.4
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.