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Golden-City
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
1.4
•
Community
1.3
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Golden City is a small town located in Barton County, Missouri, with a population of approximately 760 people. The climate of Golden City is characterized by hot summers and mild winters, with an average temperature of 60°F. The town is situated on the banks of the Clear Creek, a tributary of the Spring River, which provides hydrological support to the area. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Golden City, including hunting, fishing, boating, hiking, and camping. The town is home to the Clear Creek Lake, which offers visitors the chance to fish for catfish, bass, and crappie, and features several campsites for those looking to spend the night.
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
Golden-City receives approximately
1161mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Golden-City 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
Neosho
Area Rivers
Neosho
Snowpack Depths
Neosho
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Neosho
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booneville Municipal Park | None | 469 ft | |||
| Shady Lake | 66 | 1,229 ft | |||
| Bard Springs | 17 | 1,380 ft | |||
| Fort Chaffee RV Military | None | 448 ft | |||
| Charleston Lake | 4 | 487 ft | |||
| River Ridge - Ozark Lake | 18 | 391 ft | |||
| Little Pines | 9 | 805 ft | |||
| Albert Pike | 54 | 904 ft | |||
| Vine Prairie | None | 402 ft | |||
| Mill Creek Family Camp | None | 873 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): 1.3
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.