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Fort-Blackmore
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
7.2
•
Community
0.6
•
Safeguard
5.9/10
Fort-Blackmore, Virginia is located in the Appalachian Mountains with a moderate climate characterized by warm summers and cool winters. The area is rich in hydrology constituents with the Clinch River running through the heart of the region providing opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The Clinch Mountain Wildlife Management Area offers hiking and hunting opportunities with numerous trails and a variety of wildlife to observe. The Spearhead Trail System provides over 500 miles of ATV trails for off-road enthusiasts. Visitors can also explore the history of the region at the Wilderness Road Blockhouse and Museum, which commemorates the pioneer era of the late 1700s.
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): 8.1
Fort-Blackmore receives approximately
1203mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Fort-Blackmore has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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 Tennessee
Area Rivers
Upper Tennessee
Snowpack Depths
Upper Tennessee
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Tennessee
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 7.2
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Davidson River | 160 | 2,166 ft | |||
Warriors Path State Park | 134 | 1,326 ft | |||
Horse Creek Rec Area | 34 | 1,759 ft | |||
Natural Tunnel State Park | None | 1,703 ft | |||
Flag Rock Recreation Area | 21 | 2,461 ft | |||
Cane Patch | 34 | 1,672 ft | |||
Pleasant Ridge County Park | 25 | 1,173 ft | |||
Old Forge | 15 | 2,154 ft | |||
Davy Crockett Birthplace | 88 | 1,392 ft | |||
Bark Camp | 71 | 2,839 ft | |||
Persimmon Ridge City Park | 45 | 1,733 ft | |||
Lake Powhatan | 97 | 2,196 ft | |||
High Knob | 77 | 3,608 ft | |||
Pound River - John W. Flannagan Reservoir | None | 1,653 ft | |||
Cranesnest - John W. Flannagan Reservoir | None | 1,500 ft | |||
Mount Pisgah - Blue Ridge Parkway | None | 4,859 ft | |||
Jenny Wiley State Park | 115 | 857 ft | |||
German Bridge - Dewey Lake | 40 | 653 ft | |||
Cabwaylingo State Forest | None | 1,161 ft | |||
North Mills River | 37 | 2,227 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): 0.6
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.