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Union-Church
Eden Index
Climate
7.1
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.2/10
Union-Church is a small town located in southwestern Mississippi, United States. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers and mild winters. Summers bring average high temperatures in the 90s°F (30s°C), while winters see average highs in the 50s°F (10s°C). Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an annual average of around 55 inches (140 cm), and occasional severe weather events such as thunderstorms and tornadoes.
Union-Church lies in the Mississippi River Basin, and its hydrology constituents are influenced by this proximity. The town is surrounded by numerous creeks and small rivers, providing opportunities for fishing and boating. The nearby Homochitto National Forest offers beautiful hiking trails, camping areas, and picnic spots. Nature enthusiasts can explore the diverse flora and fauna of the region, including various bird species and deer. The town also hosts the annual Homochitto River Festival, which celebrates the local culture and heritage and offers live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. With its pleasant climate and scenic outdoor opportunities, Union-Church attracts visitors seeking to immerse themselves in nature's beauty.
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): 7.1
Union-Church receives approximately
1510mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 90%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Union-Church 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
Big Black - Homochitto
Area Rivers
Big Black - Homochitto
Snowpack Depths
Big Black - Homochitto
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Big Black - Homochitto
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tickfaw State Park | None | 15 ft | |||
| Little Sunflower River | None | 107 ft | |||
| North Rec Composite | 15 | 97 ft | |||
| Deer Leap | 46 | 338 ft | |||
| Float Camp | 16 | 472 ft | |||
| Lamar Dixon Expo RV Center | 300 | 11 ft | |||
| Rocky Springs - Natchez Trace Pkwy | 22 | 235 ft | |||
| Lake Charlie Capps | None | 146 ft | |||
| Leroy Percy State Park | None | 108 ft | |||
| South Recreation Composite | 100 | 140 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.