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Gentry
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
5.2
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
5.7/10
Gentry, Arkansas is a small town located in the northwest region of the state. The climate in Gentry is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 47 inches of rainfall per year. The hydrology constituents in Gentry include the Flint Creek, Osage Creek, and Little Osage Creek watersheds. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Gentry include hiking and camping in nearby Ozark National Forest, fishing and boating in nearby Beaver Lake, and exploring the historic downtown area. Additionally, Gentry is home to Wild Wilderness Drive-Through Safari, where visitors can view a variety of animals from their vehicle.
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): 8.2
Gentry receives approximately
1181mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Gentry 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
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir
Area Rivers
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir
Snowpack Depths
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devils Den State Park | None | 1,035 ft | |||
| Adair State Park | None | 1,100 ft | |||
| Natural Falls State Park | None | 1,079 ft | |||
| Little Pines | 9 | 805 ft | |||
| Queen Wilhelmina State Park | None | 2,521 ft | |||
| Lee Creek Public Use Area | None | 401 ft | |||
| Lake Wedington Rec. Area | 152 | 1,131 ft | |||
| Fort Chaffee RV Military | None | 448 ft | |||
| Winding Stair | 23 | 1,961 ft | |||
| Little Coon Creek - Gillham Lake | 10 | 508 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): 2.4
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.