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Dorset
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Dorset, Ohio is a small village situated in Ashtabula County in the northeast region of Ohio. The climate of this region is characterized by cold winters and warm summers with an average temperature of 52°F. The village is surrounded by several bodies of water, including Pymatuning Creek, which is a major tributary of the Grand River. The water quality of Pymatuning Creek is monitored by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, and the creek is known to have elevated levels of nitrogen and phosphorus. Despite the hydrology concerns, there are many outdoor recreation opportunities in the area, such as hiking and mountain biking in the nearby state parks and hunting and fishing in Pymatuning Wildlife 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): 7.3
Dorset receives approximately
1147mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Dorset has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
Southern Lake Erie
Area Rivers
Southern Lake Erie
Snowpack Depths
Southern Lake Erie
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southern Lake Erie
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford Lake State Park | 40 | 1,161 ft | |||
| Tuttle - Pymatuning State Park | 660 | 1,018 ft | |||
| Linesville - Pymatuning State Park | 110 | 1,024 ft | |||
| Jefferson Lake State Park | 100 | 1,095 ft | |||
| Tomlinson Run State Park | None | 945 ft | |||
| Beaver Creek State Park | 50 | 875 ft | |||
| Village Green | 72 | 640 ft | |||
| Pymatuning State Park | 375 | 1,049 ft | |||
| Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park | 331 | 1,017 ft | |||
| Mosquito Lake State Park | 235 | 915 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):
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.