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Forked-Island
Eden Index
Climate
7.1
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Forked-Island is a small town located in Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. The town experiences hot and humid summers and mild winters with occasional cold fronts. The area is dominated by marshland, with water bodies like Vermilion Bay, Freshwater Bayou, and other smaller lakes and ponds. Hydrology constituents include saltwater and freshwater species like redfish, speckled trout, and bass. Outdoor recreation opportunities include fishing, hunting, and birdwatching in the marshes, as well as boating and kayaking in the bay. The town also hosts several annual festivals, such as the Forked Island Gator Fest, which celebrates the plentiful alligator population in the area.
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): 7.1
Forked-Island receives approximately
1550mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 89%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Forked-Island has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Area Rivers
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Snowpack Depths
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Atchafalaya - Vermilion
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moro Bay State Park | None | 90 ft | |||
| Opelousas City RV Park | 67 | 64 ft | |||
| Abbeville RV Park | 55 | 10 ft | |||
| Palmetto Island State Park | 96 | 5 ft | |||
| Crossett RV Park | 119 | 68 ft | |||
| Acadiana Park | 75 | 42 ft | |||
| Grand Marais County Park | None | 79 ft | |||
| Rayne RV Park Gossen Memorial Park | 737 | 27 ft | |||
| Twin Lakes Military - Camp Beauregard | None | 95 ft | |||
| Chicot State Park | None | 78 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): 2.3
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.