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East-Rochester
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
East Rochester, Ohio is located in the northeastern part of the state and experiences a humid continental climate. Summers are warm and humid, while winters are cold and snowy. The area receives an average of 39 inches of rainfall per year and is home to the Middle Fork Little Beaver Creek, which provides opportunities for fishing and kayaking. The surrounding area features several parks and nature reserves, including Beaver Creek State Park and the Little Beaver Creek Greenway Trail, which offers hiking, biking, and horseback riding opportunities. The region is also known for its hunting and wildlife watching opportunities, with species such as white-tailed deer, wild turkey, and bald eagles often spotted 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): 7.9
East-Rochester receives approximately
1020mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
East-Rochester 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
Muskingum
Area Rivers
Muskingum
Snowpack Depths
Muskingum
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Muskingum
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch State Park | 200 | 1,011 ft | |||
| Mill Creek - Berlin Reservoir | 350 | 1,045 ft | |||
| Petersburg Boat Landing | None | 982 ft | |||
| Punderson State Park | 200 | 1,188 ft | |||
| Geneva State Park | 100 | 605 ft | |||
| Guilford Lake State Park | 40 | 1,161 ft | |||
| Jefferson Lake State Park | 100 | 1,095 ft | |||
| Perry Township Park | None | 615 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):
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.