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Fargo
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
1.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Fargo is a small town located in Clinch County, Georgia. The climate in Fargo is considered humid subtropical, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of 50 inches. The town lies in the Satilla River watershed, with the Satilla River serving as a major hydrological feature. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Fargo include fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. The nearby Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge offers visitors the chance to explore a unique wilderness area with diverse flora and fauna, as well as opportunities for birdwatching and kayaking.
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): 7.9
Fargo receives approximately
1281mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Fargo 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
Suwannee
Area Rivers
Suwannee
Snowpack Depths
Suwannee
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Suwannee
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Springs State Park | None | 39 ft | |||
| Towns Bluff County Park | None | 114 ft | |||
| Ocean Pond | 67 | 162 ft | |||
| Oleno State Park | None | 77 ft | |||
| General Coffee State Park | None | 216 ft | |||
| Stephen Foster State Park | None | 97 ft | |||
| Falling Rocks County Park | 20 | 129 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.