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Carthage
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
4.0
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Carthage, Missouri is located in the southwestern part of the state and has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cold winters. The region receives an average of 45 inches of rainfall per year, and the hydrology constituents include the Spring and Center Creeks, which flow through the city. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Carthage include fishing and boating on these creeks, as well as hiking and camping at nearby parks such as the Roaring River State Park and the Big Sugar Creek State Park. The city also has several public parks with playgrounds, picnic areas, and sports fields for residents and visitors to enjoy.
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
Carthage receives approximately
1137mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Carthage 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
Neosho
Area Rivers
Neosho
Snowpack Depths
Neosho
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Neosho
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Ft. Smith State Park | None | 745 ft | |||
| Queen Wilhelmina State Park | None | 2,521 ft | |||
| Sand Bar Bridge - Cossatot River State Park | 7 | 655 ft | |||
| Little Pines | 9 | 805 ft | |||
| Fort Chaffee RV Military | None | 448 ft | |||
| Devils Den State Park | None | 1,035 ft | |||
| Cossatot Falls - Cossatot River State Park | 15 | 842 ft | |||
| Lake Wedington Rec. Area | 152 | 1,131 ft | |||
| Lanagan Access City Park | None | 851 ft | |||
| Lee Creek Public Use Area | None | 401 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): 2.4
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.