Fonde

Climate Recreation Community Catastrophe

Fonde
Eden Index

Climate 7.8 Recreation 2.8 Community 1.0 Safeguard

4.4/10

Fonde, Kentucky is a small unincorporated community located in the southeastern part of the state. The climate in Fonde is typically hot and humid during the summer months with mild winters. The area is rich in hydrology constituents with several rivers and streams winding through the region. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Additionally, the Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail runs through the area and provides opportunities for hiking and backpacking. Fonde is a great destination for those looking to experience the natural beauty of Kentucky.

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): 7.8


Fonde receives approximately 1336mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 81% and air temperatures averaging around 13°C. Fonde 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

Upper Cumberland

Area Rivers

Upper Cumberland



Snowpack Depths

Upper Cumberland



Reservoir Storage Capacity

Upper Cumberland



Groundwater Levels


Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8


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
Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park 150 1,164 ft
Anderson County Park 72 1,078 ft
Big Ridge State Park 50 1,034 ft
Dockery Lake 18 2,416 ft
Turkey Foot Rec Area 15 920 ft
Big Oak Cove 12 2,585 ft
Low Gap Creek 13 1,792 ft
Hanging Dog 49 1,668 ft
Loyston Point 64 1,051 ft
Poteete Creek None 1,832 ft
Poland Creek 35 861 ft
Cable Cove 26 1,796 ft
Dam Creek 10 1,880 ft
Snowbird Camping 28 2,223 ft
Norris Dam State Park None 1,262 ft
Indian Mountain State Park 49 959 ft
Cades Cove - Great Smoky Mountains National Park 159 1,884 ft
Jackrabbit Mountain 100 1,959 ft
Cooper Creek 17 2,164 ft
Lake Chatuga 10 1,973 ft
Desoto Falls 44 2,195 ft
Look Rock - Great Smoky Mountains National Park 68 2,476 ft
Double Camp/Citgo Creek 50 1,486 ft
Jake Best 7 1,195 ft
Davis Branch 5 2,281 ft
Vogel State Park None 2,323 ft
Abrams Creek - Great Smoky Mountains National Park 16 1,111 ft
Boggs Creek 31 1,798 ft
Gibson Cove - Chatuge Reservoir None 1,939 ft
Georgia Mountain Fair Campground 200 1,970 ft
Deep Hole 18 1,993 ft
Spivey Cove 17 2,009 ft
Clay Co Park None 1,974 ft
Mulky 11 2,172 ft
Horse Cove 17 2,052 ft
Indian Boundary Rec Area 191 1,813 ft
Clay County Campground None 857 ft
Lake Winfield Scott 44 2,979 ft
Cheoah Point 26 1,990 ft
Bear Creek Hunt Camp 5 2,131 ft
Andrews Cove 10 2,056 ft
Upper Chattahoochee River 34 2,209 ft
S - Tree Rec Area 20 1,453 ft
State Line 10 2,602 ft
North River Composite 31 1,970 ft
Fires Creek Hunt Camp 20 1,845 ft
Unicoi State Park None 1,678 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): 1.0


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.


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