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Olustee
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
6.3
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Olustee, Florida is a small town located in Baker County. It experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers, and mild winters. The area receives an average annual precipitation of around 51 inches. Olustee is situated near the Olustee Creek, which is an important hydrological feature. The creek is a tributary of the Suwannee River, contributing to its overall water flow.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Olustee are abundant. The Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park is a significant attraction, offering visitors the chance to explore the site of the largest Civil War battle in Florida. The park features hiking trails, picnic areas, and an annual reenactment event. Additionally, the nearby Osceola National Forest provides opportunities for camping, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing. Nature enthusiasts can also enjoy birdwatching and boating on the surrounding waterways.
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
Olustee receives approximately
1344mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 88%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Olustee 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): 6.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paynes Prairie State Park | None | 92 ft | |||
| Stephen C. Foster State Park | None | 119 ft | |||
| Ross Prairie | None | 54 ft | |||
| Rainbow Springs State Park | None | 39 ft | |||
| Ocean Pond | 67 | 162 ft | |||
| Hog Island - Withlacoochee State Forest | 20 | 72 ft | |||
| Oleno State Park | None | 77 ft | |||
| Holder Mine - Withlacoochee State Forest | 13 | 34 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.