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Old-Town
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
4.3
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Old Town, Florida is a small rural community located in Dixie County. The town experiences a warm and humid climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Summers are characterized by frequent thunderstorms and high humidity levels. The hydrology in Old Town is influenced by the nearby Suwannee River, which provides opportunities for water-based activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking. The region is also known for its numerous natural springs, including Fanning Springs and Otter Springs, which offer refreshing swimming and snorkeling opportunities. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby state parks and wildlife management areas, such as Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge and Manatee Springs State Park, which offer hiking trails, camping facilities, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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): 7.3
Old-Town receives approximately
1444mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 89%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Old-Town 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
Suwannee
Area Rivers
Suwannee
Snowpack Depths
Suwannee
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Suwannee
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manatee Springs State Park | None | 25 ft | |||
| Hart Springs | None | 13 ft | |||
| Otter Springs County Park | 100 | 19 ft | |||
| Hinton Landing County Park | None | 19 ft | |||
| Shell Mound County Park | None | 7 ft | |||
| Gibson | None | 65 ft | |||
| Gornto Springs County Park | 24 | 20 ft | |||
| Suwannee River State Park | None | 74 ft | |||
| Shired Creek County Park | None | 11 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.