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Dover
Eden Index
Climate
6.7
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
5.2/10
Dover, Florida is a small unincorporated community located in Hillsborough County. The climate in Dover is warm and humid with hot summers and mild winters. The area is known for its high water table and hydrology constituents including the Alafia and Hillsborough Rivers. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Dover include fishing, kayaking, and canoeing in the local rivers as well as hiking and wildlife viewing in nearby parks such as Alderman's Ford Park and Balm-Boyette Scrub Preserve. There are also several local farms that offer agritourism activities such as strawberry picking and pumpkin patches. Overall, Dover offers a peaceful and rural atmosphere with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.
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): 6.7
Dover receives approximately
1353mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
23°C.
Dover has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Tampa Bay
Area Rivers
Tampa Bay
Snowpack Depths
Tampa Bay
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Tampa Bay
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lithia Springs | None | 51 ft | |||
| Hog Island - Withlacoochee State Forest | 20 | 72 ft | |||
| Hillsborough River State Park | None | 58 ft | |||
| Little Manatee River State Park | None | 21 ft | |||
| Withlacoochee River Park | 10 | 94 ft | |||
| Lake Manatee State Park | None | 68 ft | |||
| Myakka River State Park | None | 16 ft | |||
| River Jct - Withlacoochee State Forest | 20 | 67 ft | |||
| Edward Medard | None | 79 ft | |||
| Alafia River State Park | None | 117 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): 3.2
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.