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Oakford
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Oakford, Illinois is a small rural community located in Menard County. The climate in Oakford is classified as humid continental, characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of around 40 inches. The Sangamon River flows near Oakford, providing hydrological benefits to the area. The river serves as a source of water for various outdoor activities like fishing, boating, and kayaking. Oakford is also surrounded by picturesque natural landscapes, offering opportunities for hiking, camping, and bird-watching. With its diverse range of outdoor recreational opportunities and pleasant climate, Oakford is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking outdoor adventures.
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): 8.1
Oakford receives approximately
950mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Oakford has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
Lower Illinois
Area Rivers
Lower Illinois
Snowpack Depths
Lower Illinois
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Illinois
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fontainebleau State Park | None | 18 ft | |||
| Walkiah Bluff Water Park | None | 38 ft | |||
| Lake Mary Crawford | 20 | 293 ft | |||
| Simpson County Lake | 11 | 427 ft | |||
| Fairview Riverside State Park | None | 4 ft | |||
| Bayou Segnette State Park | None | 0 ft | |||
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 ft | |||
| St. Bernard State Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| DLo Water Park | None | 312 ft | |||
| New Orleans Reserve Military | None | 0 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.