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Funk
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Funk, Nebraska is a small town located in Phelps County with a population of approximately 200 residents. The climate in Funk is typical of the Great Plains region, with hot summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 29 inches of precipitation each year, with most of it falling during the summer months. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Republican River, which runs through the nearby city of Franklin. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Funk are limited, but the area is surrounded by state parks and wildlife refuges, which offer activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. Nearby Harlan County Reservoir also provides opportunities for boating and swimming.
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): 9.5
Funk receives approximately
643mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 68%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Funk 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
Middle Platte
Area Rivers
Middle Platte
Snowpack Depths
Middle Platte
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Platte
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orleans City RV Park | 8 | 2,037 ft | |||
| North Outlet - Harlan County Lake | None | 1,920 ft | |||
| Holdrege City Park | None | 2,312 ft | |||
| Stockton City Park | 5 | 1,762 ft | |||
| Gremlin Cove - Harlan County Lake | 100 | 1,968 ft | |||
| Phillipsburg City Park | None | 1,874 ft | |||
| South Outlet - Harlan County Lake | 60 | 1,886 ft | |||
| Hunter Cove - Harlan County Lake | 160 | 1,970 ft | |||
| Methodist Cove - Harlan County Lake | 155 | 1,981 ft | |||
| Webster State Park | 10 | 1,933 ft |
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.