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Maury-City
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
0.6
•
Community
0.6
•
Safeguard
3.5/10
Maury City is a small town located in Crockett County, Tennessee. It experiences a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. Average high temperatures in the summer reach around 90°F (32°C), while winter highs range from 45°F (7°C) to 55°F (13°C). Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an annual average of approximately 48 inches (122 cm).
The town's hydrology constituents primarily rely on groundwater sources, with the region sitting atop the Mississippi Embayment aquifer system. Maury City benefits from its proximity to the Forked Deer River, which flows nearby and provides recreational opportunities like fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing.
Outdoor enthusiasts in Maury City can explore the surrounding natural areas, such as Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge and Natchez Trace State Park. These areas offer activities like hiking, camping, birdwatching, and hunting. Local parks within the town also provide spaces for picnicking, sports, and leisurely walks.
Overall, Maury City's climate, hydrology constituents, and outdoor recreation opportunities make it a pleasant destination for enjoying outdoor activities and immersing oneself in nature.
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
Maury-City receives approximately
1324mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Maury-City 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
Hatchie-Obion
Area Rivers
Hatchie-Obion
Snowpack Depths
Hatchie-Obion
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Hatchie-Obion
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moodys Landing | 7 | 135 ft | |||
| Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby | None | 239 ft | |||
| Janice Rec.Area | 7 | 116 ft | |||
| Big Creek Waterpark | None | 254 ft | |||
| Flint Creek Waterpark | 156 | 246 ft | |||
| Paul B Johnson State Park | None | 245 ft | |||
| Airey Lake | None | 170 ft | |||
| Big Biloxi Rec Area | 31 | 50 ft | |||
| Buccaneer State Park | 276 | 5 ft | |||
| Shields RV Military - Gulfport NCB | None | 26 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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): 0.6
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.