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Greeley
Eden Index
Climate
6.7
•
Recreation
5.9
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Greeley, Iowa is a small rural town located in the northeastern part of the state. The climate is typical of the Midwest with cold winters and warm summers. The area is primarily agricultural with corn and soybean crops dominating the landscape. The hydrology of the area is influenced by the Maquoketa River and several smaller creeks and streams. The water quality is monitored by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, with occasional high levels of nitrates due to fertilizer runoff. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include fishing, hunting, and hiking in nearby parks such as Backbone State Park and the Volga River Recreation Area.
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): 6.7
Greeley receives approximately
916mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Greeley has a plant hardyness factor of
4, 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
Upper Mississippi-Maquoketa-Plum
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Maquoketa-Plum
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Maquoketa-Plum
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Maquoketa-Plum
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilbur D Mills | None | 188 ft | |||
| Pendleton Bend | None | 172 ft | |||
| Notrebes Bend | None | 160 ft | |||
| Alley Spring - Ozark National Scenic River | 162 | 672 ft | |||
| Greer Crossing | 72 | 564 ft | |||
| Hermann City RV Park | 20 | 509 ft | |||
| Riverfront RV Park | None | 178 ft | |||
| Onondaga Cave State Park | None | 791 ft | |||
| Merrisach Lake Park - Merrisach Lake | None | 169 ft | |||
| Lake Chicot State Park | None | 128 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.