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Eagle-Rock
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
6.4
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Eagle Rock is a small community located in the southwestern corner of Missouri. The climate is mild, with hot summers and cool winters. The area is characterized by rolling hills and forests, with several streams and small lakes providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation such as fishing, boating, and hiking. Hydrologically, the area is part of the White River Basin and is home to several small tributaries that flow into Table Rock Lake. The water quality in the area is generally good, with low levels of contaminants. Overall, Eagle Rock offers a beautiful natural setting and a variety of outdoor recreational activities for visitors and residents alike.
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
Eagle-Rock receives approximately
1126mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Eagle-Rock 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
Upper White
Area Rivers
Upper White
Snowpack Depths
Upper White
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper White
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beards Lake - Millwood Lake | 5 | 263 ft | |||
| Parker Creek - Lake Greeson | None | 684 ft | |||
| Dam Area - Lake Greeson | None | 431 ft | |||
| Beards Bluff - Millwood Lake | 28 | 366 ft | |||
| Hervey Access Camping | None | 247 ft | |||
| Saratoga Landing - Millwood Lake | 17 | 270 ft | |||
| Fair City RV Park | 100 | 317 ft | |||
| Allens Ferry at Little River | None | 261 ft | |||
| Crater of Diamonds State Park | None | 339 ft | |||
| Nashville City Park | None | 456 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.