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Hayesville
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
3.5
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Hayesville, Ohio is a small village located in Ashland County. The climate in Hayesville is classified as humid continental, with cold winters and warm summers. The village is situated in the Clear Fork Mohican River Watershed, which is part of the Muskingum River Basin. The hydrology constituents of the area include streams, wetlands, and groundwater. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Hayesville include hunting, fishing, and hiking. The village is surrounded by state forests and parks, including Mohican State Park and the Mohican-Memorial State Forest, which offer a variety of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The Clear Fork River, which flows through the village, is also a popular spot for fishing and kayaking.
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): 7.6
Hayesville receives approximately
1023mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Hayesville 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
Muskingum
Area Rivers
Muskingum
Snowpack Depths
Muskingum
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Muskingum
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Creek - Wheatley Provincial Park | 52 | 592 ft | |||
| Two Creeks - Wheatley Provincial Park | 36 | 586 ft | |||
| Highlands - Wheatley Provincial Park | 75 | 589 ft | |||
| Boosey Creek - Wheatley Provincial Park | 57 | 589 ft | |||
| C. M. Wilson Conservation Area | 102 | 606 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): 3.2
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.