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Camp-Grove
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
2.0
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Camp-Grove is a small village located in McHenry County, Illinois. The climate in Camp-Grove is characterized by warm summers and cold winters with moderate rainfall throughout the year. The hydrology of the area is dominated by the Fox River watershed, which provides water resources for the community. Specific water constituents in the area include phosphorus, nitrogen, and other agricultural pollutants. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Camp-Grove include hiking, fishing, hunting, and camping in the nearby Moraine Hills State Park. The park offers over 10 miles of trails, scenic lakes, and picnic areas for visitors to enjoy. Overall, Camp-Grove offers a rural and natural environment for those seeking outdoor activities.
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): 7.8
Camp-Grove receives approximately
934mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Camp-Grove 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
Lower Illinois
Area Rivers
Lower Illinois
Snowpack Depths
Lower Illinois
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Illinois
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okatoma Water Park | None | 396 ft | |||
| Dry Creek Water Park | None | 514 ft | |||
| Simpson County Lake | 11 | 427 ft | |||
| Lake Columbia | 12 | 212 ft | |||
| Little Black Creek Waterpark | None | 296 ft | |||
| Lake Mike Conner | 20 | 314 ft | |||
| McLeod Water Park | None | 22 ft | |||
| Roosevelt State Park | None | 562 ft | |||
| Walkiah Bluff Water Park | None | 38 ft | |||
| Lake Ross Barnett | 22 | 402 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.