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Golden-Pond
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
2.1
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Golden-Pond, Kentucky is located in the southwestern part of the state and is home to the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. The climate in Golden-Pond is classified as humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The area is surrounded by water, including Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, which provide ample opportunities for fishing, boating, and water sports. The hydrology constituents of the area are heavily influenced by the lakes and their associated tributaries. The Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area offers a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, camping, wildlife viewing, and hunting. The area is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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
Golden-Pond receives approximately
1326mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Golden-Pond 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
Lower Cumberland
Area Rivers
Lower Cumberland
Snowpack Depths
Lower Cumberland
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Cumberland
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runaway Branch | None | 87 ft | |||
| Lock 5 | None | 99 ft | |||
| Chickasaw State Park | 3 | 133 ft | |||
| Foscue | 54 | 95 ft | |||
| Lock 7 | None | 112 ft | |||
| Forkland/McConnico Creek | 42 | 150 ft | |||
| Old Lock 1 - Coffeeville Lake | None | 30 ft | |||
| St. Stephens Historical Park | None | 48 ft | |||
| Jennings Ferry | 52 | 109 ft | |||
| Belmont Park | None | 87 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): 2.1
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.