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Elkhart
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Elkhart, Iowa is a small town located in central Iowa with a population of approximately 1,000 people. The climate in Elkhart is characterized by hot summers and cold winters, with an average annual temperature of 49°F. The town is situated along the Skunk River, which provides the area with recreational opportunities such as fishing and kayaking. Water quality in the Skunk River is monitored for hydrology constituents such as turbidity, dissolved oxygen, and nutrients. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Elkhart include the nearby Saylorville Lake, which offers boating, fishing, hiking, and camping. The town is also home to the Chichaqua Valley Trail, a 20-mile trail that runs through the countryside and connects several small towns in the area.
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): 7.6
Elkhart receives approximately
890mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Elkhart 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
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bogard City Park | 26 | 859 ft | |||
| Farrington City Park | None | 859 ft | |||
| Carrollton City Park | None | 709 ft | |||
| Harry S Truman State Park | None | 864 ft | |||
| Thibaut Point - Harry S. Truman Lake | None | 731 ft | |||
| Sparrowfoot - Harry S. Truman Lake | None | 731 ft | |||
| Windsor Crossing - Harry S Truman Lake | 47 | 745 ft | |||
| Lincoln City Park | 4 | 955 ft | |||
| Long Shoal - Harry S. Truman Lake | None | 783 ft | |||
| Knob Noster State Park | None | 833 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.