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Nunez
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
•
Community
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Safeguard
3.3/10
Nunez, Georgia is a small town located in Emanuel County in the southeastern part of the state. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The area is characterized by abundant rainfall throughout the year, contributing to the hydrology constituents of the region. Nunez is situated near the Ohoopee River, which provides opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and boating. Additionally, the nearby George L. Smith State Park offers outdoor enthusiasts the chance to explore its cypress swamps, enjoy hiking trails, and go camping. Nunez provides a peaceful rural setting with various outdoor recreation opportunities for visitors and residents to enjoy.
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
Nunez receives approximately
1151mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Nunez 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
Altamaha
Area Rivers
Altamaha
Snowpack Depths
Altamaha
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Altamaha
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wildwood County Park | 61 | 447 ft | |||
| Lake Leitner Military | None | 348 ft | |||
| Raysville - Strom Thurmond Lake | None | 381 ft | |||
| Big Hart - Strom Thurmond Lake | 31 | 367 ft | |||
| Laura S. Walker State Park | None | 133 ft | |||
| Mistletoe State Park | None | 431 ft | |||
| Clay Hill - Strom Thurmond Lake | None | 358 ft | |||
| Falling Rocks County Park | 20 | 129 ft | |||
| Petersburg - Strom Thurmond Lake | None | 440 ft | |||
| Towns Bluff County Park | None | 114 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):
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.