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Egypt
Eden Index
Climate
9.1
•
Recreation
1.8
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Egypt, Mississippi is a small community located in the Mississippi Delta region. The climate is hot and humid, with temperatures averaging in the high 80s during the summer months. The area is prone to heavy rainfall, which can lead to flooding. Hydrology constituents in the area include the Mississippi River and its tributaries, which provide important water resources for agriculture and industry. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Egypt include fishing, boating, and hunting in nearby public lands such as the Yazoo National Wildlife Refuge and Panther Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The area also has a rich cultural history, with numerous historic sites and museums to explore.
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): 9.1
Egypt receives approximately
1403mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Egypt 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
Black Warrior - Tombigbee
Area Rivers
Black Warrior - Tombigbee
Snowpack Depths
Black Warrior - Tombigbee
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Black Warrior - Tombigbee
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maynor Creek Waterpark | None | 362 ft | |||
| Keesler AFB Military | 52 | 22 ft | |||
| Archusa Creek Waterpark | 69 | 315 ft | |||
| Turkey Fork Rec. Area | 76 | 278 ft | |||
| Davis Bayou - Gulf Islands National Seashore | 52 | 19 ft | |||
| Fairley Bridge Landing | 6 | 88 ft | |||
| Shepard State Park | None | 16 ft | |||
| Clarkco State Park | None | 273 ft | |||
| Gulf Marine State Park | None | 6 ft | |||
| Lake Perry | 20 | 157 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): 1.9
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.