Eden Index

Couch

Climate • Recreation • Community • Catastrophe

Couch
Eden Index
Climate 8.2 • Recreation 2.8 • Community 1.3 • Safeguard

4.6/10

Couch, Missouri is a small community located in the Ozark Mountains region. The climate in Couch is characterized by hot summers and cold winters, with an average annual temperature of 58°F. The hydrology constituents in the area include the nearby Eleven Point River and several smaller creeks and streams. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Couch and the surrounding area include fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, and boating. The Eleven Point River is a popular spot for canoeing and kayaking, and the Mark Twain National Forest offers miles of hiking trails. Overall, Couch offers a great opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the beauty of the Ozarks.

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): 8.2


Couch receives approximately 1169mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 85% and air temperatures averaging around 14°C. Couch 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.


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Streamflow Conditions

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Area Rivers

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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
Yellow River State Forest 150 645 ft
Pictured Rocks Co Park None 885 ft
Palisades Kepler State Park 50 863 ft
Virginia Grove Rec Area None 769 ft
Hills Access 13 629 ft
Meramec State Park None 613 ft
Two Rivers - Ozark National Scenic River None 608 ft
Mississippi Riverfront RV Park None 483 ft
Geode State Park 170 699 ft
Loggers Lake 29 1,160 ft
Phipps Landing - St. Croix National Scenic River None 1,259 ft
Edgewood Campground None 1,165 ft
Natchez State Park None 236 ft
Wapsipinicon State Park 25 825 ft
Lake End Park 167 4 ft
River Junction Access None 615 ft
Hubinger Landing Park 18 503 ft
Fountain Springs County Park None 1,006 ft
Wakpicada Natural Area None 823 ft
Lake Wissota State Park None 947 ft
Dupont Reservation Conservation Area - MDC 20 460 ft
Victory Park 5 510 ft
Farr Park 108 26 ft
Merrisach Lake Park - Merrisach Lake None 169 ft
Kemper Williams Parish Park None 5 ft
Red Bluff 109 821 ft
Lake Bruin State Park None 75 ft
Big Hollow Creek Park 48 734 ft
Blackhawk Park - DeSoto 150 630 ft
Murphy Flowage Park 15 1,250 ft
Welter Recreation Park None 555 ft
Matsell Bridge Natural Area 70 819 ft
Pendleton Bend None 172 ft
Silver Lake County Park None 1,029 ft
Veterans Memorial Park - West Salem 110 689 ft
Oak Grove City Park 30 117 ft
Bear Creek - Mississippi River 30 492 ft
Chicot County RV Park 98 111 ft
Great River Bluffs State Park 31 1,271 ft
Carthage City Park None 666 ft
Baileys Ford 50 925 ft
Perrot State Park 95 715 ft
Pin Oak Co Park None 928 ft
Grays Landing None 559 ft
Warsaw City Campground None 495 ft
Bruce Village Park None 1,104 ft
Lower Augusta Skunk River Access None 555 ft
Crystal Lake Park - Strum 40 887 ft
Alley Spring - Ozark National Scenic River 162 672 ft
New Wine County Park 55 1,002 ft
Wakonda State Park None 496 ft
Upper Augusta Skunk River Access None 557 ft
Poverty Point Reservoir State Park 50 97 ft
Saulsbury Bridge 35 614 ft
Round Spring - Ozark National Scenic River None 673 ft
Louisa County Fairgrounds 10 579 ft
Pietrek County Park 25 754 ft
Onondaga Cave State Park None 791 ft
Lions Club - Four Seasons Park - Independence None 770 ft
Harstad Park 27 930 ft
Riverside Memorial Park None 844 ft
Snively Access 30 656 ft
Central Park 100 978 ft
Little Scotia Dispersed None 1,362 ft
Wapello Fairgrounds Park None 587 ft
Canton City River Park 23 481 ft
Wilbur D Mills None 188 ft
Jerktail Landing None 657 ft
Roberts Field None 561 ft
Lake End City Park 74 4 ft
Stephenson Park None 559 ft
Riverfront RV Park None 178 ft
Turtle Creek County Park 30 982 ft
Greer Crossing 72 564 ft
Col Larson County Park None 805 ft
Owls Bend - Powder Mill None 556 ft
Flaming Prairie Park 24 541 ft
Lake Chicot State Park None 128 ft
Audie Lake County Park 30 1,469 ft
Warfield Point Park None 132 ft
Pulltite - Ozark National Scenic River 55 817 ft
Fair Hill County Campground 30 917 ft
Powder Mill - Ozark National Scenic River 8 561 ft
Sugar Creek City Campground None 618 ft
Hermann City RV Park 20 509 ft
Notrebes Bend None 160 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): 1.3


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.


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