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Esmond
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
3.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Esmond, Illinois is a small village located in DeKalb County, with a population of less than 500 people. The climate in Esmond is considered temperate, with warm summers and cold winters. The village is situated near the Kishwaukee River, which provides important hydrological resources for the area. The river is an important source of drinking water for the region, although it is also prone to flooding during heavy rainfall. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Esmond are limited, but the village is located near several state parks, including Rock Cut State Park and Castle Rock State Park, both of which offer hiking, camping, and fishing opportunities.
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): 7.3
Esmond receives approximately
911mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Esmond 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
Rock
Area Rivers
Rock
Snowpack Depths
Rock
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Rock
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Marine State Park | None | 6 ft | |||
| Janice Rec.Area | 7 | 116 ft | |||
| Fairley Bridge Landing | 6 | 88 ft | |||
| Flint Creek Waterpark | 156 | 246 ft | |||
| Airey Lake | None | 170 ft | |||
| Shields RV Military - Gulfport NCB | None | 26 ft | |||
| Cypress Creek Landing | 17 | 103 ft | |||
| Davis Bayou - Gulf Islands National Seashore | 52 | 19 ft | |||
| Big Biloxi Rec Area | 31 | 50 ft | |||
| Keesler AFB Military | 52 | 22 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.