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Ezel
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
5.9
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Ezel, Kentucky is a rural community located in the eastern part of the state. The climate in Ezel is humid subtropical, with hot summers and cool winters. The area receives an average of 48 inches of precipitation per year, which contributes to the hydrology of the region. The constituents of Ezel's hydrological system include the Licking River, with its tributaries, as well as a number of smaller streams and creeks. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Ezel include hiking, fishing, and hunting. The nearby Daniel Boone National Forest offers a range of outdoor activities, including camping, boating, and wildlife viewing.
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): 8.2
Ezel receives approximately
1174mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Ezel 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
Licking
Area Rivers
Licking
Snowpack Depths
Licking
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Licking
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee Lake County Park | 74 | 1,150 ft | |||
| Dandridge Municipal Park - Douglas Reservoir | None | 997 ft | |||
| Clay Lick - DFWR | None | 740 ft | |||
| Cherokee Dam | 42 | 1,132 ft | |||
| Panther Creek State Park | 50 | 1,192 ft | |||
| Clear Creek Rec Area | 23 | 762 ft | |||
| May Springs | None | 1,103 ft | |||
| Zilpo Rec Area | 368 | 764 ft | |||
| Twin Knobs Rec Area | 623 | 773 ft | |||
| Wilderness Road - Cumberland Gap National Park | 160 | 1,311 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): 0.7
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.