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Centerville
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
1.7
•
Community
2.2
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Centerville, Iowa is located in the southern part of the state and experiences a humid continental climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The town is situated near Rathbun Lake, a reservoir formed by the Rathbun Dam on the Chariton River. The lake provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water activities. The Chariton River also flows through the area and supports a variety of aquatic wildlife. In terms of outdoor recreation, there are several parks and trails in Centerville and the surrounding area, including the Appanoose County Trails System and the Sharon Bluffs State Park. The region also has a rich history and is home to several museums, including the Appanoose County Historical Society Museum.
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
Centerville receives approximately
971mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Centerville 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
Area Rivers
Snowpack Depths
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buck Creek - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 724 ft | |||
| Katy Roundhouse Campground | None | 601 ft | |||
| Arrow Rock State Park | 46 | 728 ft | |||
| River Run | None | 701 ft | |||
| Lead Hill - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 678 ft | |||
| Pilot Grove City Park | None | 845 ft | |||
| Versailles City Park | None | 990 ft | |||
| Tucker Hollow - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 697 ft | |||
| Shadow Rock Park | None | 676 ft | |||
| Highway 125 - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 707 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): 2.2
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.