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Norcross
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
6.3
•
Community
4.1
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Norcross, Georgia is located in Gwinnett County, in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The city experiences a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. Average temperatures range from the 40s (°F) in winter to the 90s in summer. Norcross receives around 50 inches of precipitation annually.
The city is surrounded by several water bodies, including the Chattahoochee River and numerous lakes. These hydrological constituents provide opportunities for various outdoor recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking. The nearby Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area offers hiking trails, picnic spots, and camping sites. Moreover, residents and visitors can enjoy numerous parks within Norcross that offer amenities such as sports fields, playgrounds, and walking trails, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.
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
Norcross receives approximately
1346mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Norcross 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
Altamaha
Area Rivers
Altamaha
Snowpack Depths
Altamaha
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Altamaha
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.3
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.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston - Lake Lanier | None | 1,185 ft | |||
| Shoal Creek - Lake Lanier | None | 1,117 ft | |||
| Shady Grove - Lake Lanier | None | 1,113 ft | |||
| Amicalola Falls State Park | None | 1,779 ft | |||
| Sawnee | None | 1,070 ft | |||
| Andersonville City Campground | 25 | 350 ft | |||
| Whitewater Creek County Park | 48 | 293 ft | |||
| Bald Ridge Creek | None | 1,097 ft | |||
| High Falls State Park | None | 600 ft | |||
| Stone Mountain Park Campground | 430 | 1,558 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): 4.1
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.