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Ashland
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
3.7/10
Ashland, Kansas is a small town located in the southwestern part of the state. The climate in Ashland is classified as semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The town sits in a watershed that drains into the Cimarron River, which is known for its frequent flash floods. The primary outdoor recreation opportunities in Ashland are centered around the nearby Cimarron National Grassland, which offers hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The 108-mile-long Santa Fe Trail also passes through Ashland, providing a glimpse into the area's rich history.
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
Ashland receives approximately
571mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Ashland has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
Upper Cimarron
Area Rivers
Upper Cimarron
Snowpack Depths
Upper Cimarron
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Cimarron
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Point - Fort Supply Lake | None | 2,015 ft | |||
| Laverne Municipal Park | 4 | 2,118 ft | |||
| Doby Springs Park | 18 | 1,975 ft | |||
| Supply Park - Fort Supply Lake | None | 1,991 ft | |||
| Jetmore City Lake | 15 | 2,340 ft | |||
| Dodge City Roadside Park | 5 | 2,526 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): 2.3
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.