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Gideon
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Gideon is a small town located in the southeastern region of Missouri. The climate in Gideon is considered humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated near St. Francis River, which provides opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and other water activities. The hydrology constituents in the area include streams and rivers, and the town is surrounded by agricultural land. There are several outdoor recreation opportunities in the area, including hiking in the nearby Mingo National Wildlife Refuge, hunting in the surrounding forests, and exploring the historic downtown area. Despite its small size, Gideon offers visitors and residents a variety of outdoor activities and natural beauty.
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
Gideon receives approximately
1201mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Gideon has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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
St. Francis
Area Rivers
St. Francis
Snowpack Depths
St. Francis
Reservoir Storage Capacity
St. Francis
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simpson County Lake | 11 | 427 ft | |||
| Atwood Water Park | None | 218 ft | |||
| New Orleans Reserve Military | None | 0 ft | |||
| Lake Columbia | 12 | 212 ft | |||
| Okatoma Water Park | None | 396 ft | |||
| St. Bernard State Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Dry Creek Water Park | None | 514 ft | |||
| Walkiah Bluff Water Park | None | 38 ft | |||
| DLo Water Park | None | 312 ft | |||
| Fontainebleau State Park | None | 18 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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): 1.0
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.