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Grovertown
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
4.8
•
Community
2.2
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Grovertown is a small rural town located in northern Indiana with a humid continental climate. Summers are warm and humid, while winters are cold and snowy. The area is home to several small streams and creeks, including the Yellow River and the Kankakee River, which provide opportunities for fishing and kayaking. The surrounding forests and state parks, such as Potato Creek State Park and the Indiana Dunes National Park, offer hiking, camping, and birdwatching opportunities. Grovertown is also known for its agricultural heritage and is home to several farms and farmers markets. However, the area has experienced an increase in industrial and commercial development in recent years, leading to concerns about potential impacts on the local hydrology and water quality.
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
Grovertown receives approximately
1035mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Grovertown has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
Upper Illinois
Area Rivers
Upper Illinois
Snowpack Depths
Upper Illinois
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Illinois
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowwood State Forest | 80 | 613 ft | |||
| Newton Stewart State Rec Area - Patoka Lake | 500 | 728 ft | |||
| Martin State Forest | 25 | 743 ft | |||
| Spring Mill State Park | 220 | 670 ft | |||
| Springs Valley Rec Area | 10 | 672 ft | |||
| Tipsaw | 50 | 576 ft | |||
| Celina Recreation Area | 55 | 709 ft | |||
| Hardin Ridge | 200 | 780 ft | |||
| Paynetown State Rec Area - Monroe Lake | 320 | 557 ft | |||
| Sycamore Springs Park | None | 490 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): 2.2
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.