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Southside
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Southside, Tennessee, is a small town located in Montgomery County. The climate in Southside is classified as humid subtropical, meaning it experiences hot and humid summers, mild winters, and a moderate amount of rainfall throughout the year. Summers are typically hot with temperatures ranging from the upper 80s to the mid-90s, while winters are mild, with temperatures generally in the 40s and 50s.
Hydrology constituents in Southside primarily revolve around the Cumberland River, which flows nearby. This river provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities. Additionally, there are several creeks and smaller bodies of water in the area that offer additional recreational opportunities.
Southside and its surrounding areas offer a range of outdoor recreation opportunities. The region is known for its beautiful natural landscapes, including rolling hills, forests, and scenic views. Residents and visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, camping, bird-watching, and wildlife spotting in the nearby Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. The area also has several parks and trails available for recreational use, providing ample opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
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): 7.9
Southside receives approximately
1282mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Southside 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
Lower Cumberland
Area Rivers
Lower Cumberland
Snowpack Depths
Lower Cumberland
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Cumberland
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payne Lake West Side | None | 282 ft | |||
| Chilatchee Creek | 33 | 107 ft | |||
| Elm Bluff - William Dannelly Reservoir | None | 103 ft | |||
| Payne Lake Spillway | None | 267 ft | |||
| Deerlick | 46 | 294 ft | |||
| Holt Lake | None | 187 ft | |||
| Payne Lake East Side | None | 362 ft | |||
| Bells Landing | 14 | 69 ft | |||
| Roland Cooper State Park | 60 | 85 ft | |||
| East Bank/Millers Ferry | None | 89 ft |
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.