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Falcon
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
1.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.9/10
Falcon is a small community located in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri. The climate is mild with hot summers and cool winters. The area receives an average of 46 inches of rainfall annually, which contributes to the numerous streams and springs that flow through the area. These waterways provide opportunities for fishing, hiking, and kayaking. The Ozark National Forest is nearby and offers miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding. Additionally, the nearby Mark Twain National Forest provides opportunities for hunting, camping, and wildlife viewing. With its beautiful natural surroundings, Falcon is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
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
Falcon receives approximately
1104mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Falcon 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): 1.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maumelle | None | 281 ft | |||
| Moro Bay State Park | None | 90 ft | |||
| Downtown Riverside RV Park | 69 | 250 ft | |||
| Camp Robinson RV Military | None | 512 ft | |||
| Lake DArbonne State Park | None | 191 ft | |||
| Old Lock and Dam 8 | 5 | 91 ft | |||
| Woolly Hollow State Park | None | 483 ft | |||
| Lincoln Parish Park | None | 306 ft | |||
| Burns Park | 38 | 280 ft | |||
| Toad Suck Ferry | None | 274 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.