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Eldridge
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
•
Community
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Safeguard
3.0/10
Eldridge, Alabama is a small rural town located in Walker County. The climate in Eldridge is characterized by mild winters and hot summers, with average temperatures ranging from 35°F in January to 91°F in July. The town is situated near the Sipsey River, which is a major tributary of the Black Warrior River. The river is home to a variety of aquatic species, including bass, catfish, and sunfish. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Eldridge include fishing, boating, and hiking in the nearby Bankhead National Forest. The forest spans over 180,000 acres and offers visitors the chance to explore the natural beauty of the region, including waterfalls and scenic overlooks.
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): 7.4
Eldridge receives approximately
1494mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Eldridge 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):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damsite West Bank | None | 63 ft | |||
| Robinson City Park | None | 541 ft | |||
| Chickasaw State Park | 3 | 133 ft | |||
| Haines Island | 12 | 55 ft | |||
| Ouabache Trails County Park | 45 | 446 ft | |||
| Payne Lake Spillway | None | 267 ft | |||
| Runaway Branch | None | 87 ft | |||
| Jennings Ferry | 52 | 109 ft | |||
| Lake Lurleen State Park | 91 | 276 ft | |||
| Payne Lake East Side | None | 362 ft | |||
| Gulf State Park | 496 | 4 ft | |||
| Kimmell City Park | 10 | 415 ft | |||
| Red Hills Lake State Park | 130 | 519 ft | |||
| Payne Lake West Side | None | 282 ft | |||
| Foscue | 54 | 95 ft | |||
| Isaac Creek | 60 | 57 ft | |||
| Destiny Parks Military - Fort Campbell | None | 544 ft | |||
| Lock 7 | None | 112 ft | |||
| Lincoln Trail | None | 412 ft | |||
| Lock 5 | None | 99 ft | |||
| Meriwether Lewis | 32 | 963 ft | |||
| Lock 8 | None | 123 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):
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.