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Harris
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.2/10
Harris is a small town located in Sullivan County, Missouri. It has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cold winters. The town mainly relies on precipitation for its water supply, with no major rivers or lakes nearby. However, there are several small creeks and streams that flow through the area. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Harris include hunting, fishing, and hiking in the nearby state parks and conservation areas. The town is also home to a small community park with a playground and picnic 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): 8.1
Harris receives approximately
969mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Harris 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
Grand
Area Rivers
Grand
Snowpack Depths
Grand
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Grand
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Bald - Table Rock Lake | None | 948 ft | |||
| Baxter - Table Rock Lake | None | 941 ft | |||
| Mill Creek - Table Rock Lake | None | 950 ft | |||
| Indian Point - Table Rock Lake | None | 1,040 ft | |||
| Lincoln City Park | 4 | 955 ft | |||
| Branson City Campground | None | 704 ft | |||
| Thibaut Point - Harry S. Truman Lake | None | 731 ft | |||
| Aunts Creek - Table Rock Lake | None | 998 ft | |||
| Farrington City Park | None | 859 ft | |||
| Cape Fair - Table Rock Lake | None | 966 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.