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Denton
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
4.5/10
Denton, Kansas is a small town in Doniphan County with a humid continental climate. Summers are warm and humid while winters are cold and snowy. The town is located near the Missouri River and is part of the Missouri River basin. Hydrology constituents include the Missouri River, which provides water for agriculture and recreation opportunities such as fishing and boating. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Denton include hiking, biking, and camping at the nearby Lewis and Clark State Park. The park offers opportunities for bird watching, wildlife viewing, and water activities on the Missouri River. Overall, Denton provides a unique outdoor experience with a combination of river activities and natural scenery.
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
Denton receives approximately
913mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Denton 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
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Area Rivers
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Snowpack Depths
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Missouri-Nishnabotna
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Hunter Park | None | 955 ft | |||
| South Lake Veterans Memorial Park - Garnett | 5 | 1,026 ft | |||
| Legion City Park | 10 | 1,033 ft | |||
| Erie City Park | None | 894 ft | |||
| Nishna Bend Rec Area | 14 | 1,188 ft | |||
| Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds | 60 | 1,132 ft | |||
| Lyons Park | None | 1,214 ft | |||
| Olde Towne Co Park | None | 1,044 ft | |||
| Pioneer City Park | None | 1,080 ft | |||
| Santa Fe City RV Park | 60 | 952 ft | |||
| Lake Garnett City Park | None | 1,035 ft | |||
| Pierce Creek Rec Area | 20 | 1,078 ft | |||
| Cocklin Fish Farm | 56 | 1,110 ft | |||
| Botna Bend County Park | 40 | 1,108 ft | |||
| Carson City Park | 15 | 1,060 ft | |||
| Lake Parsons | None | 938 ft | |||
| Cold Spring Park | 80 | 1,122 ft | |||
| Prairie Rose State Park | 95 | 1,250 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 1.0
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.