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Holly-Springs
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Holly Springs, Mississippi is a small town located in the northern part of the state, known for its charming historic district and rich cultural heritage. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers, mild winters, and moderate rainfall throughout the year. The average high temperature in the summer ranges from the upper 80s to low 90s Fahrenheit, while the winter season sees average highs in the 50s.
The hydrology in Holly Springs is primarily influenced by the Wolf River, which runs through the town. This river provides opportunities for various water-based activities like fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Additionally, there are several nearby lakes and reservoirs that offer recreational activities such as boating and swimming.
Outdoor enthusiasts visiting Holly Springs can explore the Holly Springs National Forest, which is located just a short drive away. The forest encompasses vast areas of woodlands, lakes, and streams, offering opportunities for hiking, camping, bird-watching, and wildlife observation. The Strawberry Plains Audubon Center is another popular outdoor destination, attracting birders and nature enthusiasts with its diverse bird species and well-maintained trails.
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): 7.5
Holly-Springs receives approximately
1434mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Holly-Springs 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
Streamflow Conditions
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.1
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
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): 1.5
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.