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Spring-Valley
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Spring Valley is a charming city located in Bureau County, Illinois, known for its scenic beauty and vibrant outdoor recreational opportunities. The city experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Summers are typically mild with temperatures ranging from the 70s to the 80s Fahrenheit, while winters can be quite cold with temperatures often dropping below freezing.
Spring Valley is blessed with an abundance of hydrology constituents, including the Illinois River and the Spring Lake Creek. These water bodies offer fantastic opportunities for fishing, boating, and water sports. The Illinois River boasts an array of fish species, such as catfish, bass, and walleye, making it a haven for fishing enthusiasts.
Outdoor recreation is a highlight of Spring Valley, with numerous parks and trails to explore. The Hall Township Nature Preserve provides hiking trails through woodlands, wetlands, and prairies, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the region's natural beauty. Additionally, the city offers camping facilities, picnic areas, and playgrounds for families to enjoy quality outdoor time. Whether it's fishing, hiking, or simply enjoying nature's wonders, Spring Valley provides a delightful setting for outdoor enthusiasts.
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): 7.8
Spring-Valley receives approximately
937mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Spring-Valley 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moodys Landing | 7 | 135 ft | |||
| Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby | None | 239 ft | |||
| Flint Creek Waterpark | 156 | 246 ft | |||
| Buccaneer State Park | 276 | 5 ft | |||
| Airey Lake | None | 170 ft | |||
| Shields RV Military - Gulfport NCB | None | 26 ft | |||
| Paul B Johnson State Park | None | 245 ft | |||
| Big Biloxi Rec Area | 31 | 50 ft | |||
| Cypress Creek Landing | 17 | 103 ft | |||
| Janice Rec.Area | 7 | 116 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): 2.8
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.