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Friendship
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
2.0
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Friendship, Indiana is a small town located in the southeastern part of the state. The climate in Friendship is typical of the Midwest, with warm summers and cold winters. The town is situated near the Whitewater River, which provides an important source of water for the area. The hydrology constituents of the river are closely monitored to ensure the safety of the water supply. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Friendship include hiking and camping in nearby state parks, as well as fishing and boating on the Whitewater River. The town also hosts an annual festival in July that includes live music, food vendors, and other family-friendly activities.
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): 8.2
Friendship receives approximately
1166mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Friendship 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-Little Miami
Area Rivers
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Snowpack Depths
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Ohio-Little Miami
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dale Hollow State Park | 145 | 1,037 ft | |||
| Lake Jericho Recreation Area | 62 | 814 ft | |||
| Guist Creek Lake County Park | None | 792 ft | |||
| Versailles State Park | 225 | 965 ft | |||
| Lake Shelby Campground | 20 | 721 ft | |||
| Paul Ogle Riverfront Park | None | 451 ft | |||
| General Butler State Park | 110 | 490 ft | |||
| Lillydale - Dale Hollow Lake | 114 | 653 ft | |||
| Obey River - Dale Hollow Lake | 131 | 658 ft | |||
| Willow Grove - Dale Hollow Lake | 83 | 697 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):
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.