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North-Carrollton
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
1.1
•
Safeguard
3.7/10
Located in Carroll County, Mississippi, North Carrollton is a small town known for its pleasant climate and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and mild winters. Summers are typically hot with temperatures often exceeding 90°F, while winters are mild with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing.
North Carrollton is enriched with hydrology constituents, boasting several lakes and rivers in the surrounding area. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like boating, fishing, and swimming in the nearby lakes, including Grenada Lake and Enid Lake. The Big Sand Creek and the Yalobusha River also provide opportunities for water-based activities.
With its favorable climate and natural surroundings, North Carrollton offers an idyllic setting for outdoor recreation, making it a popular destination for those seeking to enjoy nature and engage in various water-based activities.
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
North-Carrollton receives approximately
1433mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
North-Carrollton has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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
Yazoo
Area Rivers
Yazoo
Snowpack Depths
Yazoo
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Yazoo
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
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timberlake - Ross Barnett Reservoir | 289 | 331 ft | |||
| Fontainebleau State Park | None | 18 ft | |||
| DLo Water Park | None | 312 ft | |||
| Lake Columbia | 12 | 212 ft | |||
| St. Bernard State Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Dry Creek Water Park | None | 514 ft | |||
| New Orleans Reserve Military | None | 0 ft | |||
| Walkiah Bluff Water Park | None | 38 ft | |||
| Simpson County Lake | 11 | 427 ft | |||
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 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): 1.1
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.