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Falmouth
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
1.7
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Falmouth, Kentucky is a small town located in the northern part of the state. The climate in Falmouth is considered humid subtropical, with hot summers and cool winters. The Licking River runs through Falmouth, providing a source of hydrology constituents for the town. Opportunities for outdoor recreation in the area include boating and fishing on the Licking River, hiking and camping in nearby Kincaid Lake State Park, and hunting in the surrounding forests. Falmouth is also home to the Pendleton County Country Club, a popular destination for golf enthusiasts.
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): 8.3
Falmouth receives approximately
1116mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Falmouth 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): 1.7
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Grove Rec Area | 53 | 1,190 ft | |||
Cumberland Falls State Park | 50 | 1,150 ft | |||
Indian Mountain State Park | 49 | 959 ft | |||
Holly Bay Rec Area | 130 | 1,105 ft | |||
Bee Rock Rec Area | 35 | 911 ft | |||
Kentucky Horse Park Campground | 270 | 880 ft | |||
Blue Heron - Big South Fork Area | 50 | 1,276 ft | |||
Sandhill RV Camp | None | 1,225 ft | |||
Wood Creek Lake Ramp - DFWR | None | 1,032 ft | |||
Rockcastle | 30 | 879 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): 1.5
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.