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Augusta
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
5.6/10
Augusta is a small city in Butler County, Kansas with a population of around 9,274. The city experiences a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The annual precipitation average is around 40 inches, and the area is prone to severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes. The hydrology constituents of Augusta are primarily sourced from the Walnut and Whitewater rivers, and several small creeks. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Augusta include fishing, boating, and swimming at the Augusta City Lake, hiking and camping at Augusta Lake Park, and golfing at the Augusta Country Club. The city also hosts several community events throughout the year, including the Augusta Historic Home Tour and the Augusta Arts Council Art Walk.
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
Augusta receives approximately
941mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Augusta 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
Middle Arkansas
Area Rivers
Middle Arkansas
Snowpack Depths
Middle Arkansas
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Arkansas
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washunga Bay - Kaw Lake | None | 1,022 ft | |||
| Lake McMurtry East | None | 985 ft | |||
| Coon Creek Cove - Kaw Lake | None | 1,045 ft | |||
| Sarge Creek - Kaw Lake | None | 1,052 ft | |||
| Milford State Park | 250 | 1,213 ft | |||
| Lake Ponca | None | 1,012 ft | |||
| Osage Cove - Kaw Lake | None | 1,123 ft | |||
| McFadden Cove - Kaw Lake | None | 1,025 ft | |||
| Lake McMurtry West | None | 993 ft | |||
| Pawnee Lake | 5 | 879 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.