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Belle-Plaine
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
3.6
•
Safeguard
5.7/10
Belle-Plaine is a small city located in Sumner County, Kansas. The climate in Belle-Plaine is classified as humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 35 inches of precipitation annually, with the majority falling in the spring and summer months. Belle-Plaine's hydrology constituents include the Ninnescah River, which flows through the city and provides opportunities for fishing and kayaking. Additionally, the city is home to several parks, including the Belle Plaine City Park, which offers playground equipment, picnic areas, and a swimming pool. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the nearby Chisholm Trail and the Kansas Wildlife Refuge.
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
Belle-Plaine receives approximately
851mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Belle-Plaine 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): 4.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guthrie Lake | None | 993 ft | |||
| Napawalla Park | None | 1,158 ft | |||
| Lake Carl Blackwell | 200 | 988 ft | |||
| Liberty Lake | None | 1,025 ft | |||
| Perry Lake | 10 | 1,105 ft | |||
| McConnell AFB Military | None | 1,355 ft | |||
| Cave Park | None | 1,163 ft | |||
| Lake McMurtry East | None | 985 ft | |||
| Lake McMurtry West | None | 993 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): 3.6
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.