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Brayton
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Brayton, Iowa is a small rural town located in the western part of the state. The climate is characterized by warm summers and cold winters, with an average annual temperature of around 50°F. The town lies within the drainage basin of the West Nishnabotna River, which provides the hydrology constituents for the area. Outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking and camping at the nearby Littlefield Recreation Area, fishing in the river, and hunting for deer and turkey in the surrounding forests. The town is also home to a small public park with playground equipment and picnic areas.
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): 7.5
Brayton receives approximately
871mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Brayton has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voss Park City Campground | None | 1,192 ft | |||
| Pilot Grove Co Park | 16 | 1,184 ft | |||
| Sunnyside Park Campground | None | 1,204 ft | |||
| Viking Lake State Park | 120 | 1,138 ft | |||
| Cold Spring Park | 80 | 1,122 ft | |||
| Hacklebarney Woods County Park | 14 | 1,176 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.