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Garnett
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
0.6
•
Community
1.6
•
Safeguard
4.5/10
Garnett, Kansas experiences a humid subtropical climate, which is characterized by hot, humid summers and cold winters with occasional snowfall. The area is located within the Osage-Smoky Hill River Basin and is home to numerous lakes, streams, and wetlands. The hydrology constituents of the region include high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus, which can contribute to harmful algal blooms in bodies of water. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Garnett include fishing, boating, and hunting in the nearby lakes and wetlands. The city also boasts several parks, walking trails, and a public swimming pool for residents and visitors to enjoy.
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): 9.7
Garnett receives approximately
1010mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Garnett 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
Osage
Area Rivers
Osage
Snowpack Depths
Osage
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Osage
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Point - Fort Gibson Lake | None | 572 ft | |||
| Taylor Ferry - Fort Gibson Lake | None | 570 ft | |||
| Chouteau Bend - Fort Gibson Lake | None | 610 ft | |||
| Lake Garnett City Park | None | 1,035 ft | |||
| Blue Bill Point - Fort Gibson Lake | None | 568 ft | |||
| Flat Rock Creek - Fort Gibson Lake | None | 588 ft | |||
| South Lake Veterans Memorial Park - Garnett | 5 | 1,026 ft | |||
| Spavinaw State Park | 100 | 638 ft | |||
| Snowdale State Park | None | 633 ft | |||
| East River Park | None | 790 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): 1.6
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.