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Elrod
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Elrod is a small town located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. The climate in Elrod is classified as humid subtropical, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The town is mostly rural with a few residential areas scattered throughout. The hydrology constituents in Elrod are primarily composed of small streams and creeks that flow into the nearby Sipsey River. The Sipsey River offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Elrod include hiking and camping in the nearby Bankhead National Forest. The forest provides over 180,000 acres of wilderness, boasting beautiful waterfalls, towering trees, and diverse wildlife.
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): 7.6
Elrod receives approximately
1407mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Elrod has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meaher State Park | 56 | 6 ft | |||
| Forkland/McConnico Creek | 42 | 150 ft | |||
| Runaway Branch | None | 87 ft | |||
| Gulf State Park | 496 | 4 ft | |||
| Lock 5 | None | 99 ft | |||
| Chickasaw State Park | 3 | 133 ft | |||
| Mobile County Marina | 42 | 13 ft | |||
| Foscue | 54 | 95 ft | |||
| Blakeley State Park | None | 80 ft | |||
| Belmont Park | None | 87 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.