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Barnhart
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
3.3
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Barnhart, Missouri has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 43 inches of rainfall annually, with the majority occurring in the spring and summer months. The Big River runs through Barnhart, providing ample opportunity for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. The river is also a popular destination for camping and hiking, with several parks and trails in the area, including the Big River Trail and the Rockford Beach Park. The hydrology constituents in the area include the Big River, which is monitored for water quality, sediment, and flow by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Overall, Barnhart offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities for visitors and locals alike.
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
Barnhart receives approximately
1066mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Barnhart 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 Mississippi-Meramec
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Meramec
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Meramec
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Meramec
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Quin State Park | None | 416 ft | |||
| Greenville - Lake Wappapello | None | 382 ft | |||
| Bogue Chitto Water Park | None | 276 ft | |||
| St. Peters 370 Lakeside Park | 50 | 426 ft | |||
| Lake Lincoln State Park | None | 426 ft | |||
| Sulphur Springs - Lake Wappapello | None | 391 ft | |||
| St. Francois State Park | None | 777 ft | |||
| Pere Marquette State Park | 80 | 644 ft | |||
| Tickfaw State Park | None | 15 ft | |||
| Mississippi Petrified Forest | 15 | 294 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): 3.3
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.