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Battle-Creek
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
3.8
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Battle Creek, Michigan has a humid continental climate with long, cold winters and warm summers. The city is located near the Kalamazoo River, which has been contaminated by PCBs and other pollutants in the past. However, efforts are underway to clean up the river and its tributaries. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Battle Creek include hiking and biking on the Battle Creek Linear Park Trail, fishing in nearby rivers and lakes, and visiting Binder Park Zoo, which features a variety of animals and habitats. The city also hosts several festivals throughout the year, including the International Festival of Lights and the Cereal City Festival.
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): 7.6
Battle-Creek receives approximately
932mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Battle-Creek 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
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Area Rivers
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Snowpack Depths
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southeastern Lake Michigan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ouabache State Park | 125 | 822 ft | |||
| Bixler Lake City Campground | 100 | 965 ft | |||
| Memorial Park Campground - Coldwater | None | 927 ft | |||
| Johnny Appleseed Park | 40 | 759 ft | |||
| Angel Cove | 110 | 932 ft | |||
| Branch County Fairgrounds RV | None | 961 ft | |||
| Steuben County Park | None | 1,019 ft | |||
| Pokagon State Park | 275 | 1,026 ft | |||
| Pigeon River State Fish and Wildlife Area | 45 | 911 ft | |||
| Potawatomi Rec Area | 123 | 949 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): 2.5
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.