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Hickman
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Hickman is a small city located in Fulton County, Kentucky. The climate is characterized by hot summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 60°F. The city is situated near the Mississippi River, which is an important hydrological feature of the area. The river is known to carry high levels of sediment, nutrients, and pollutants such as nitrogen and phosphorus. Despite this, there are several outdoor recreation opportunities available, including fishing, boating, and birdwatching in the nearby Reelfoot Lake State Park. The park also offers hiking trails and picnic areas, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.
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
Hickman receives approximately
1342mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Hickman 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
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Area Rivers
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Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Biloxi Rec Area | 31 | 50 ft | |||
| Cypress Creek Landing | 17 | 103 ft | |||
| Janice Rec.Area | 7 | 116 ft | |||
| Flint Creek Waterpark | 156 | 246 ft | |||
| Shields RV Military - Gulfport NCB | None | 26 ft | |||
| Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby | None | 239 ft | |||
| Buccaneer State Park | 276 | 5 ft | |||
| Moodys Landing | 7 | 135 ft | |||
| Airey Lake | None | 170 ft | |||
| Paul B Johnson State Park | None | 245 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): 1.9
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.