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Doniphan
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Doniphan, Nebraska is a small community located in south-central Nebraska. The town experiences a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The Little Blue River runs through the town, providing opportunities for fishing and other recreational activities. The river is also a source of hydrology constituents, including sediment and nutrients that can impact water quality. Doniphan is surrounded by agricultural land, with corn and soybeans being the primary crops. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hunting, hiking, biking, and camping. The town is also home to the Doniphan-Trumbull Public Schools, a K-12 school district serving the local community.
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): 7.9
Doniphan receives approximately
687mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Doniphan has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
Big Blue
Area Rivers
Big Blue
Snowpack Depths
Big Blue
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Big Blue
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jewell State Fishing Lake | None | 1,684 ft | |||
| Greeley City park | None | 2,010 ft | |||
| Crystal Lake State Rec Area | 70 | 1,808 ft | |||
| Cheyenne State Rec Area | 8 | 1,961 ft | |||
| DLD State Wayside Rec Area | None | 1,898 ft | |||
| George Clayton Hall County Park | None | 1,864 ft | |||
| Cottonwood Park - Wolbach | 5 | 1,837 ft | |||
| Mormon Island State Rec Area | 38 | 1,885 ft | |||
| Glen Elder State Park | 425 | 1,470 ft | |||
| North Loup State Rec Area | None | 1,772 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): 2.3
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.