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Bendena
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Bendena is a small town located in Doniphan County, Kansas. The area has a humid continental climate characterized by hot summers and cold winters with occasional snowfall. The town is surrounded by several creeks and streams, including the Wolf River and Walnut Creek, which contribute to the hydrology constituents of the region. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Bendena include hunting, fishing, and boating in the nearby rivers and creeks. The town is also close to several state parks, including the scenic Lewis and Clark State Park, which offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and scenic overlooks. Bendena provides a peaceful escape from city life, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty of the Kansas landscape.
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
Bendena receives approximately
920mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Bendena 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
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Area Rivers
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Snowpack Depths
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Missouri-Nishnabotna
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer City Park | None | 1,080 ft | |||
| Pierce Creek Rec Area | 20 | 1,078 ft | |||
| Lake Garnett City Park | None | 1,035 ft | |||
| Legion City Park | 10 | 1,033 ft | |||
| Erie City Park | None | 894 ft | |||
| Osawatomie City Lake | 6 | 892 ft | |||
| Viking Lake State Park | 120 | 1,138 ft | |||
| South Lake Veterans Memorial Park - Garnett | 5 | 1,026 ft | |||
| Marvel Park | 12 | 870 ft | |||
| Lake Parsons | None | 938 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):
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.