Eden Index

Buckingham

Climate • Recreation • Community • Catastrophe

Buckingham
Eden Index
Climate 7.2 • Recreation 3.7 • Community • Safeguard

4.2/10

Buckingham, Iowa is a small town located in Tama County with a population of about 150 residents. The town experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters, with an average temperature of 48°F. The area is prone to occasional floods due to its location near the Iowa River. The hydrology constituents of the town include the Iowa River and Beaver Creek which flow through the area. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Buckingham include fishing, boating, and camping along the Iowa River. The nearby Otter Creek Lake and Park also offer hiking trails, picnic areas, and a beach for swimming.

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): 7.2


Buckingham receives approximately 909mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 82% and air temperatures averaging around 9°C. Buckingham 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

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Area Rivers

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Snowpack Depths

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Reservoir Storage Capacity

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Groundwater Levels


Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.7


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
Riverview - St. Croix State Park 211 905 ft
Nugget Lake County Park 55 1,022 ft
Garfvert - Nemadji State Forest 18 1,162 ft
Alcock Park 40 1,018 ft
Thunder Woman Park 190 878 ft
Paint Rock Springs - St. Croix State Park 210 915 ft
Riverside Landing - St. Croix National Scenic River None 896 ft
Shell Rock Rec Area 40 899 ft
Lake Wapello State Park 80 803 ft
Glendale Access None 696 ft
Yenruogis County Park None 799 ft
Anderson - Berger Park None 1,143 ft
Lake of the Ozarks Military None 768 ft
Boulder - St Croix State Forest 21 999 ft
T. F. Clark Co Park 13 891 ft
Binder Park 17 655 ft
Union Mills Access None 762 ft
Balsam Lake Pine Park - Town 15 1,144 ft
Highland Ridge 45 1,105 ft
Roubidoux Springs None 775 ft
George Wyth State Park 70 849 ft
Hickory Hills Park - La Porte City 80 911 ft
Split Rock County Park 54 1,069 ft
Deerwood City Park None 838 ft
Lake Iowa County Park 122 892 ft
Twin Ponds Co Park - East None 1,053 ft
Highland Ridge - Eau Galle Reservoir None 1,130 ft
Hatfield City Park 10 995 ft
Clear Lake City Park None 1,164 ft
Drakesville City Park 6 886 ft
Lake Fisher 6 840 ft
Diamond Lake County Park 100 910 ft
Finger Lakes State Park None 725 ft
Twin Ponds Co Park - West None 1,070 ft
Black Hawk County Park None 858 ft
Cedar Bend Park 40 975 ft
Lake of the Ozarks State Park 183 773 ft
Big Woods Lake None 859 ft
Macon Co Park None 873 ft
Long Branch State Park None 841 ft
Bay City 25 676 ft
Chacauqua River Access None 721 ft
Lake Keomah State Park 65 810 ft
North Cedar Park 40 935 ft
McGowen Rec Area 12 857 ft
Eau Galle Lake Spring Valley None 957 ft
Rothwell Park None 858 ft
Hoffman City Park None 920 ft
Otter Creek Lake and Park 83 933 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):


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.


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