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Oakland
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
2.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Oakland, Mississippi is a small town located in Yalobusha County. It experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 64°F. The town is situated near the southern edge of the Mississippi River Valley, which influences its hydrology constituents. Oakland is surrounded by several lakes, including Enid Lake and Grenada Lake, offering excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, and water sports. The nearby Holly Springs National Forest provides a picturesque setting for hiking, camping, and wildlife observation. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the scenic trails and waterfalls at Tishomingo State Park, which is only a short drive away. Oakland, Mississippi, offers a fantastic combination of climate, hydrology, and outdoor recreation options for nature lovers.
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): 7.6
Oakland receives approximately
1406mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Oakland 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
Yazoo
Area Rivers
Yazoo
Snowpack Depths
Yazoo
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Yazoo
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simpson County Lake | 11 | 427 ft | |||
| DLo Water Park | None | 312 ft | |||
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 ft | |||
| Walkiah Bluff Water Park | None | 38 ft | |||
| Dry Creek Water Park | None | 514 ft | |||
| Okatoma Water Park | None | 396 ft | |||
| New Orleans Reserve Military | None | 0 ft | |||
| St. Bernard State Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Fontainebleau State Park | None | 18 ft | |||
| Lake Columbia | 12 | 212 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):
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.