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Cummings
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
1.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.9/10
Cummings, Kansas is a small town located in Atchison County, in the northeastern part of the state. The climate in Cummings is humid with hot summers and cold winters. The town is surrounded by agricultural land, with rolling hills and small streams. The hydrology constituents include the Kansa River, which flows through the county, and several small tributaries. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hunting and fishing, with deer, turkey, and waterfowl being popular game. The Atchison State Fishing Lake is located just south of Cummings and provides opportunities for boating, camping, and fishing for a variety of fish species. The area also has several parks and hiking trails for those who enjoy outdoor activities.
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
Cummings receives approximately
930mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Cummings 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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timber Hill - Big Hill Lake | None | 895 ft | |||
| Kamp Siesta | None | 893 ft | |||
| Marvel Park | 12 | 870 ft | |||
| Idle Hour Lake | 20 | 907 ft | |||
| Danny Elliott Park | 4 | 812 ft | |||
| Louie P. Gartner RA | 9 | 905 ft | |||
| Mound Valley - Big Hill Lake | 90 | 918 ft | |||
| South Lake Veterans Memorial Park - Garnett | 5 | 1,026 ft | |||
| Lake Garnett City Park | None | 1,035 ft | |||
| Lake Parsons | None | 938 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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.