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Coffeyville
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
2.6
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Coffeyville, Kansas is a small town located in the southeast corner of the state. The climate in Coffeyville is classified as humid subtropical, with hot summers and cool winters. The area is prone to thunderstorms, with rainfall averaging around 42 inches per year. The Verdigris River runs through Coffeyville, providing hydrology constituents that contribute to the region's agriculture and industry. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include Coffeyville Lake, which offers boating, fishing, and swimming, as well as hiking and birdwatching at the Dalton Defenders Museum and Park. The Coffeyville Zoo also provides visitors with a chance to see a variety of animals up close.
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
Coffeyville receives approximately
1080mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Coffeyville 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
Verdigris
Area Rivers
Verdigris
Snowpack Depths
Verdigris
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Verdigris
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Fork - Lake Eufaula State Park | None | 629 ft | |||
| Afton Landing - Chouteau Lake | None | 523 ft | |||
| Arrowhead State Park | None | 619 ft | |||
| Gentry Creek Landing - Eufaula Lake | None | 607 ft | |||
| Highway 9 Landing - Eufaula Lake | None | 618 ft | |||
| Mill Creek Bay - Eufaula Lake | 12 | 623 ft | |||
| Lake McAlester | None | 626 ft | |||
| Elm Point - Eufaula Lake | None | 599 ft | |||
| Oak Ridge - Eufaula Lake | None | 597 ft | |||
| Belle Starr Park - Eufaula Lake | None | 614 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): 2.6
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.