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Cedar
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Cedar, Iowa is a small town located in Muscatine County. The climate in Cedar is considered humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters. The town is situated near the Cedar River, which provides hydrology constituents to the area. The river is a popular spot for kayaking and fishing. Additionally, Cedar Creek runs through the town and offers opportunities for hiking and wildlife viewing. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Cedar include the Cedar Valley Nature Trail, which is a 52-mile multi-use trail for biking, hiking, and horseback riding. There are also several parks in the area, including Cedar Valley Park and Cedar Valley Preserve, which offer picnic areas, playgrounds, and nature trails.
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): 7.9
Cedar receives approximately
926mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Cedar 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
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theodosia | None | 691 ft | |||
| Finger Lakes State Park | None | 725 ft | |||
| Oakland - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 722 ft | |||
| Lakeview - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 757 ft | |||
| Ozark Isle - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 689 ft | |||
| Cranfield - Norfolk Lake | None | 566 ft | |||
| Bull Shoals State Park | None | 516 ft | |||
| Pontiac | None | 796 ft | |||
| Dam Site - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 681 ft | |||
| Point Return City Park | 22 | 716 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.