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New-Lexington
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
4.3
•
Community
1.6
•
Safeguard
5.2/10
New Lexington is a small town located in Perry County, Ohio. The town experiences a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid, with average temperatures ranging from 70°F to 85°F. Winters are cold, with temperatures often dropping below freezing and occasional snowfall.
Hydrologically, New Lexington is part of the Hocking River watershed. The area is characterized by numerous streams and small creeks, which contribute to the overall hydrology of the region.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities in New Lexington. The town is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it ideal for activities like hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Nearby Dillon State Park offers opportunities for camping, fishing, boating, and swimming. Additionally, the area has several hunting and wildlife areas, providing ample opportunities for nature lovers.
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): 8.2
New-Lexington receives approximately
1075mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
New-Lexington has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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 Ohio-Little Kanawha
Area Rivers
Upper Ohio-Little Kanawha
Snowpack Depths
Upper Ohio-Little Kanawha
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Ohio-Little Kanawha
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.3
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.
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): 1.6
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.