Greenville

Climate Recreation Community Catastrophe

Greenville
Eden Index

Climate 8.3 Recreation 3.1 Community 3.0 Safeguard

5.1/10

Greenville, Illinois is a small town located in Bond County, with a population of approximately 7,000 residents. The climate in Greenville is characterized by hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The town is situated near the Kaskaskia River, which is a major hydrological contributor to the region. The river offers opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. There are also several parks in the area, such as Patriot's Park and Greenville City Park, which provide opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and other outdoor activities. Greenville is also home to the Greenville Country Club, which offers a golf course, tennis courts, and swimming pool for members. Additionally, the town hosts several festivals and events throughout the year, such as the Bond County Fair and the Greenville Graffiti Car Show.

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


Greenville receives approximately 1022mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 82% and air temperatures averaging around 13°C. Greenville 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

Kaskaskia

Area Rivers

Kaskaskia



Snowpack Depths

Kaskaskia



Reservoir Storage Capacity

Kaskaskia



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
Pine Hills 13 460 ft
Dam West - Lake Carlyle 110 453 ft
Shockaloe Base Camp I 10 578 ft
Marathon Lake 71 481 ft
Sangchris Lake State Park 185 586 ft
Woodford State Conservation Area None 472 ft
Chippewa Park 62 602 ft
Carl Spindler None 456 ft
Coles Creek - Lake Carlyle 150 459 ft
Jamison Town Park 18 823 ft
Boulder - Lake Carlyle 90 457 ft
North Graysport - Grenada Lake 51 279 ft
Ontonagon County Park 43 1,301 ft
Devils Backbone Park 20 362 ft
Lake Taylorville City Campground None 605 ft
Little Black Creek Waterpark None 296 ft
Johnson Creek 20 644 ft
Trail of Tears State Forest None 525 ft
Paul B Johnson State Park None 245 ft
Langford Lake 11 1,681 ft
Bergland Town Park 15 1,320 ft
Green River State Wildlife Area 50 677 ft
Turkey Bayou None 371 ft
Buccaneer State Park 276 5 ft
Sherwood Forest None 625 ft
General Watkins Conservation Area - MDC 5 466 ft
Veterans Memorial Field - Portage None 784 ft
Ontonagon Township Park 56 613 ft
Lake Gogebic State Park 165 1,304 ft
Lake Murphysboro State Park 75 403 ft
Pyramid State Park 80 475 ft
McLeod Water Park None 22 ft
Otter Lake 25 1,643 ft
Eldon Hazlet State Park 350 455 ft
Lake Ross Barnett 22 402 ft
Trail of Tears State Park None 441 ft
Pomeroy Lake 17 1,643 ft
Lake Lou Yaeger None 691 ft
Sylvania - Clark Lake 48 1,830 ft
Big Creek Waterpark None 254 ft
Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby None 239 ft
Washington County Lake State Conservation Area 150 503 ft
Lake Gogebic County Park None 1,296 ft
Collins Park 25 1,212 ft
Lake De Pue City Park 25 466 ft
Dells of the Eau Claire Park - Wausau 27 1,408 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): 3.0


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.


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