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Dubois
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
4.1
•
Community
3.1
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Dubois is a small town located in the southern part of Indiana, with a population of just under 1,000 people. The town has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. Dubois is located near the Patoka River, which is a tributary of the Ohio River. The town's water supply comes from groundwater sources, and the major hydrology constituents in the area include nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment. Dubois boasts several outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking at the Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge and fishing at nearby Patoka Lake. Visitors can also enjoy camping, boating, and hunting in the 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): 8.0
Dubois receives approximately
1232mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Dubois has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
Patoka-White
Area Rivers
Patoka-White
Snowpack Depths
Patoka-White
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Patoka-White
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubois County Park | 32 | 575 ft | |||
| Seven Points - J. Percy Priest Reservoir | 60 | 521 ft | |||
| West Boggs Park | 220 | 528 ft | |||
| Henry Horton State Park | 56 | 672 ft | |||
| Newton Stewart State Rec Area - Patoka Lake | 500 | 728 ft | |||
| Crane MWR Military | None | 594 ft | |||
| Redstone Arsenal RV Military | None | 637 ft | |||
| Springs Valley Rec Area | 10 | 672 ft | |||
| Martin State Forest | 25 | 743 ft | |||
| Anderson Road - J. Percy Priest Reservoir | 10 | 535 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): 3.1
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.