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Franklin-Furnace
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
2.6
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Franklin-Furnace, Ohio has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The Ohio River provides the main hydrology constituent in the area. The river is prone to flooding, affecting nearby residents and businesses. Outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking and camping at the nearby Shawnee State Park, which features miles of trails and a lake for swimming and fishing. The park also has opportunities for boating and kayaking on Turkey Creek Lake. In addition, the Buckeye Trail runs through the area, providing opportunities for long-distance hiking.
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
Franklin-Furnace receives approximately
1031mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Franklin-Furnace 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
Middle Ohio-Raccoon
Area Rivers
Middle Ohio-Raccoon
Snowpack Depths
Middle Ohio-Raccoon
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Ohio-Raccoon
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portal 31 RV Park | 20 | 1,841 ft | |||
| Jenny Wiley State Park | 115 | 857 ft | |||
| Carr Creek State Park | 40 | 1,093 ft | |||
| Paintsville Lake State Park | 40 | 618 ft | |||
| Littcarr - Carr Creek Lake | None | 1,050 ft | |||
| German Bridge - Dewey Lake | 40 | 653 ft | |||
| Cane Patch | 34 | 1,672 ft | |||
| Flag Rock Recreation Area | 21 | 2,461 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): 2.6
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.