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Alpena
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Alpena is a small town located in north-central Arkansas, known for its scenic beauty and abundance of outdoor activities. The climate in Alpena is typically mild, with warm summers and cool winters, making it a great place for year-round outdoor recreation. Hydrology constituents in the area include the Buffalo National River, which offers excellent opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The Ozark National Forest is also a popular destination for hiking and camping, with miles of scenic trails to explore. Other outdoor activities in the area include hunting, mountain biking, and horseback riding. With its natural beauty and abundant recreational opportunities, Alpena is a great place to visit for anyone looking to experience the great 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): 8.3
Alpena receives approximately
1137mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Alpena 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
Upper White
Area Rivers
Upper White
Snowpack Depths
Upper White
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper White
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivan Lake | 4 | 212 ft | |||
| Teague Lake Primitive | None | 199 ft | |||
| Logoly State Park | None | 327 ft | |||
| South Abutment East | 12 | 177 ft | |||
| Turtle Slide | None | 223 ft | |||
| Highway 157 Primitive | None | 203 ft | |||
| Frank Anthony RV Park | 30 | 242 ft | |||
| White Oak Lake State Park | None | 208 ft | |||
| Ozan Point - De Gray Lake | 50 | 422 ft | |||
| Iron Mountain - De Gray Lake | 69 | 456 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): 1.0
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.