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Hamburg
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
1.2
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Hamburg is a small city located in southwestern Iowa with a population of around 1,000 people. The climate in Hamburg is characterized by hot summers and cold winters with occasional thunderstorms and tornadoes. The city is situated near the Missouri River, which is a significant source of hydrology constituents, presenting flood risks to the area. The city is home to a few outdoor recreation opportunities, such as the Waubonsie State Park, which offers hiking and camping activities. The park is known for its beautiful trails, diverse wildlife, and stunning views of the Missouri River. Additionally, the city has a public swimming pool, parks, and a golf course for residents and visitors to enjoy.
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
Hamburg receives approximately
850mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Hamburg 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): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coeur DAlene - Melvern Lake | None | 1,057 ft | |||
| Outlet Park - Melvern | None | 979 ft | |||
| Eisenhower State Park | 230 | 1,082 ft | |||
| Michigan Valley - Pomona Reservoir | 95 | 998 ft | |||
| Pomona State Park | 370 | 1,023 ft | |||
| Turkey Point - Melvern Lake | None | 1,075 ft | |||
| Arrow Rock - Melvern Reservoir | None | 1,087 ft | |||
| Sun Dance - Melvern Lake | None | 1,079 ft | |||
| Outlet Park - Pomona Reservoir | 35 | 980 ft | |||
| Banner Creek | 34 | 1,113 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): 1.2
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.