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Devils-Elbow
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.0
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Devils-Elbow is a small town situated in Pulaski County, Missouri. The climate of this town is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated on the Big Piney River and has several springs that contribute to the water supply. The river and springs are popular for fishing, canoeing, and swimming during the summer months. The area is also home to the Mark Twain National Forest, which provides opportunities for hiking, camping, and hunting. Additionally, Route 66 runs through Devils-Elbow, offering a historic and scenic drive for tourists. The outdoor recreation opportunities and natural beauty of Devils-Elbow make it a popular destination for visitors to Missouri.
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
Devils-Elbow receives approximately
1116mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 86%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Devils-Elbow 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
Gasconade
Area Rivers
Gasconade
Snowpack Depths
Gasconade
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Gasconade
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tar Camp | None | 238 ft | |||
| Crossett RV Park | 119 | 68 ft | |||
| Willow Beach | None | 243 ft | |||
| Chemin - A - Haut State Park | None | 125 ft | |||
| Little Rock AFB Military | None | 352 ft | |||
| Pine Bluff Aresenal Military | None | 243 ft | |||
| Saracen Trace RV Park | 52 | 217 ft | |||
| Downtown Riverside RV Park | 69 | 250 ft | |||
| Blanchard Springs | 254 | 638 ft | |||
| Grand Marais County Park | None | 79 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):
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.