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Fairfield
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
2.7
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Fairfield, Iowa is a small city located in the southeastern part of the state. The climate in Fairfield is characterized by hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The city is situated near the Des Moines River, which provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking along its banks. The river is also a source of hydrology constituents, with occasional flooding occurring during heavy rainfall. In addition to the river, there are several parks and nature preserves in and around Fairfield, including Maasdam Barns County Park and Louden Lake Recreation Area. These areas offer opportunities for hiking, camping, and birdwatching, making Fairfield a great destination for nature lovers.
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): 8.1
Fairfield receives approximately
958mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Fairfield 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
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Skunk-Wapsipinicon
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Fork | 18 | 763 ft | |||
| Sycamore Loop Dispersed - Noblett Lake | None | 905 ft | |||
| Pine Ridge | 8 | 770 ft | |||
| Rollins Ferry Access - MDC | 11 | 568 ft | |||
| Lakeview Park - Mexico | None | 810 ft | |||
| Georges Cove - Norfolk Lake | None | 633 ft | |||
| Chamois Access - MDC | 4 | 530 ft | |||
| Willow Beach | None | 243 ft | |||
| Little Rock AFB Military | None | 352 ft | |||
| Paydown Access - MDC | 6 | 596 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): 2.7
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.