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Gray
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.9/10
Gray is a small town located in northeastern Iowa, characterized by a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. The area receives an average of 34 inches of precipitation annually, with snowfall being common in the winter months. The town is situated near the Wapsipinicon River, which is a tributary of the Mississippi River. The river is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and kayaking. Additionally, the town has access to several parks and trails, including the Wapsipinicon State Park and the Hoover Nature Trail, which offer opportunities for hiking, biking, and camping. The hydrology constituents in the area are influenced by agricultural practices, with high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus being present in the surrounding waterways.
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): 7.4
Gray receives approximately
845mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Gray 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
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Area Rivers
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Snowpack Depths
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Missouri-Nishnabotna
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sailors and Soldiers Memorial Park | 24 | 1,035 ft | |||
| Rothenburg City Park | None | 1,015 ft | |||
| Cold Spring Park | 80 | 1,122 ft | |||
| Voss Park City Campground | None | 1,192 ft | |||
| Hacklebarney Woods County Park | 14 | 1,176 ft | |||
| Viking Lake State Park | 120 | 1,138 ft | |||
| Sunnyside Park Campground | None | 1,204 ft | |||
| Cocklin Fish Farm | 56 | 1,110 ft | |||
| Pilot Grove Co Park | 16 | 1,184 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):
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.