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Grant
Eden Index
Climate
6.8
•
Recreation
4.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Grant, Florida is a small town located near the east coast of Florida. The climate in Grant is characterized as a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated near several bodies of water, including the Indian River Lagoon and the St. Sebastian River, which provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. The area is also home to numerous parks and wildlife preserves, including the Sebastian Inlet State Park and the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Indian River Lagoon, which is the most biologically diverse estuary in North America, and the St. Sebastian River, which flows through a variety of habitats including freshwater marshes, cypress swamps, and sand pine scrub.
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): 6.8
Grant receives approximately
1317mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
23°C.
Grant has a plant hardyness factor of
10, 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
East Florida Coastal
Area Rivers
East Florida Coastal
Snowpack Depths
East Florida Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
East Florida Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald MacDonald Campgrounds | 29 | 15 ft | |||
| Manatee Cove Military - Patrick AFB | None | 6 ft | |||
| South Bay RV County Park | 72 | 19 ft | |||
| Wickham Park | 88 | 31 ft | |||
| Pahokee State Park | None | 36 ft | |||
| Belle Glade Marina Campground | None | 10 ft | |||
| Sebastian Inlet State Park | None | 5 ft | |||
| Jetty Park | 150 | 9 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):
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.