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Norwood
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
5.3
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
6.6/10
Norwood, Pennsylvania is a small borough located in Delaware County. It experiences a temperate climate, characterized by warm summers and cool winters. The area receives an average annual precipitation of around 45 inches, with rain being evenly distributed throughout the year.
Norwood is situated near the Darby Creek, which adds to its hydrology constituents. The creek provides a beautiful natural landscape and serves as a habitat for various species of fish and wildlife.
Outdoor enthusiasts in Norwood can take advantage of several recreation opportunities. The borough has a community park with sports fields, playgrounds, and walking trails. Additionally, the nearby John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge offers extensive hiking, bird-watching, and wildlife observation opportunities. The refuge's diverse ecosystem includes wetlands, forested areas, and meadows, attracting nature enthusiasts from Norwood and beyond.
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): 9.8
Norwood receives approximately
1142mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Norwood 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
Lower Delaware
Area Rivers
Lower Delaware
Snowpack Depths
Lower Delaware
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Delaware
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parvin State Park | 55 | 72 ft | |||
| Lake Towhee County Park | None | 509 ft | |||
| Dover AFB Military | None | 25 ft |
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): 3.2
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.