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Durant
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
1.4
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
3.7/10
Durant, Mississippi is a small town located in Holmes County in central Mississippi. The climate in Durant is classified as humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated near the Big Black River, which provides opportunities for fishing and boating. The hydrology constituents in Durant include the Big Black River and its tributaries, which contribute to the town's water supply. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking at nearby parks such as Holmes County State Park and Leroy Percy State Park. The town also hosts an annual Christmas parade and a Durant Day Festival in the spring.
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): 7.6
Durant receives approximately
1423mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Durant 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
Big Black - Homochitto
Area Rivers
Big Black - Homochitto
Snowpack Depths
Big Black - Homochitto
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Big Black - Homochitto
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 ft | |||
| Dry Creek Water Park | None | 514 ft | |||
| Walkiah Bluff Water Park | None | 38 ft | |||
| New Orleans Reserve Military | None | 0 ft | |||
| Lake Columbia | 12 | 212 ft | |||
| DLo Water Park | None | 312 ft | |||
| Okatoma Water Park | None | 396 ft | |||
| Simpson County Lake | 11 | 427 ft | |||
| St. Bernard State Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Fontainebleau State Park | None | 18 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): 0.7
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.