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East-Dover
Eden Index
Climate
5.1
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
East Dover, Vermont is a small town located in the southern part of the state. The climate in this area is generally cold and snowy in the winter months, and mild in the summer. The town is situated near the Mount Snow ski resort, which offers skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports. The hydrology constituents of the area include several small streams and rivers, including the Deerfield River, which runs through the town. Outdoor recreation opportunities in East Dover include hiking, fishing, and kayaking on the nearby waterways. The town is also home to several parks and wildlife areas, offering visitors the chance to explore the natural beauty of Vermont.
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): 5.1
East-Dover receives approximately
1419mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
5°C.
East-Dover has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
Upper Connecticut
Area Rivers
Upper Connecticut
Snowpack Depths
Upper Connecticut
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Connecticut
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grout Pond | None | 2,303 ft | |||
| Chester - Blanford State Forest | 12 | 516 ft | |||
| Windsor State Forest | 24 | 1,845 ft | |||
| Winhall Brook | 110 | 1,071 ft | |||
| Jamaica State Park | None | 873 ft | |||
| Molly Stark State Park | 35 | 1,968 ft | |||
| Mohawk Trail State Forest | 56 | 762 ft | |||
| DAR State Forest | 50 | 1,456 ft | |||
| Hapgood Pond | 28 | 1,548 ft | |||
| Townshend State Park | 35 | 586 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): 1.0
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.