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Doswell
Eden Index
Climate
9.9
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Doswell, Virginia is a small community located in Hanover County. The climate is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The area is known for its abundant water resources, with numerous creeks and streams, as well as the nearby Chickahominy River. The hydrology constituents of the area include phosphorus, nitrogen, and sediment. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Doswell include hiking and biking trails, fishing, and boating on nearby lakes and rivers. The community is also home to the Kings Dominion amusement park, which offers a variety of rides and attractions for visitors.
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): 9.9
Doswell receives approximately
1111mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Doswell 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 Chesapeake
Area Rivers
Lower Chesapeake
Snowpack Depths
Lower Chesapeake
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Chesapeake
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Oak Ridge - Prince William Forest Park | None | 364 ft | |||
Burke Lake Park | None | 327 ft | |||
Richmond RV Camp Military | 6 | 123 ft | |||
Prince William Forest RV Campground | 24 | 270 ft | |||
Lunga Park Military - Quantico MCB | None | 303 ft | |||
Pocahontas State Park | None | 298 ft | |||
Bull Run Regional Park | None | 156 ft | |||
Champs RV Military - A P Hill | None | 220 ft |
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.