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Eads
Eden Index
Climate
7.7
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Eads, Tennessee is located in the southeastern corner of Shelby County, where the climate is humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters. The area is characterized by rolling hills and abundant forests, with the Wolf River flowing through the town. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Wolf River, which provides an important source of freshwater for the region. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Eads include fishing, boating, and kayaking along the Wolf River, as well as hiking in the nearby Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park. Other popular activities include horseback riding, birdwatching, and camping.
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): 7.7
Eads receives approximately
1365mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Eads 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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simpson County Lake | 11 | 427 ft | |||
| Okatoma Water Park | None | 396 ft | |||
| Little Black Creek Waterpark | None | 296 ft | |||
| Roosevelt State Park | None | 562 ft | |||
| Dry Creek Water Park | None | 514 ft | |||
| Lake Columbia | 12 | 212 ft | |||
| Lake Mike Conner | 20 | 314 ft | |||
| Walkiah Bluff Water Park | None | 38 ft | |||
| McLeod Water Park | None | 22 ft | |||
| Lake Ross Barnett | 22 | 402 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): 1.5
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.