Eden Index

Harrisburg

Climate • Recreation • Community • Catastrophe

Harrisburg
Eden Index
Climate 8.3 • Recreation 3.1 • Community 3.4 • Safeguard

5.2/10

Harrisburg, Missouri is a small town located in the northern part of Boone County. The climate in Harrisburg is characterized by hot summers and cold winters, with an average annual temperature of 56°F. The town is situated in the Missouri River basin and is influenced by the river's hydrology constituents. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Harrisburg include fishing and boating on the Missouri River, as well as hiking and camping in nearby conservation areas. The Katy Trail State Park, which is a popular spot for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, is also located near Harrisburg. The town offers a peaceful, rural lifestyle with easy access to outdoor activities and natural resources.

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): 8.3


Harrisburg receives approximately 1059mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 84% and air temperatures averaging around 13°C. Harrisburg 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

Lower Missouri-Blackwater

Area Rivers

Lower Missouri-Blackwater



Snowpack Depths

Lower Missouri-Blackwater



Reservoir Storage Capacity

Lower Missouri-Blackwater



Groundwater Levels


Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1


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
Toad Suck Ferry None 274 ft
Lake Fisher 6 840 ft
Buffalo Point - Buffalo National River None 535 ft
Woolly Hollow State Park None 483 ft
Robertson Access None 758 ft
Cedar Bend Park 40 975 ft
Thunder Woman Park 190 878 ft
Lake Keomah State Park 65 810 ft
Thousand Hills State Park None 862 ft
Thomas Hill Reservoir - Hwy T Campground - MDC 10 753 ft
Dam Site - Bull Shoals Lake None 681 ft
Burns Park 38 280 ft
Hickory Hills Park - La Porte City 80 911 ft
Diamond Lake County Park 100 910 ft
Maumelle None 281 ft
Twin Ponds Co Park - West None 1,070 ft
Roadman Roadside Park None 956 ft
Finger Lakes State Park None 725 ft
Binder Park 17 655 ft
Big Woods Lake None 859 ft
Glendale Access None 696 ft
Deerwood City Park None 838 ft
Twin Ponds Co Park - East None 1,053 ft
Bull Shoals State Park None 516 ft
Pontiac None 796 ft
Panther Bay - Norfolk Lake None 639 ft
Ozark Isle - Bull Shoals Lake None 689 ft
Camp Robinson RV Military None 512 ft
Lakeview - Bull Shoals Lake None 757 ft
Theodosia None 691 ft
Shell Rock Rec Area 40 899 ft
Downtown Riverside RV Park 69 250 ft
Otter Creek Lake and Park 83 933 ft
North Cedar Park 40 935 ft
Quercus Wilderness Area 5 670 ft
T. F. Clark Co Park 13 891 ft
McGowen Rec Area 12 857 ft
George Wyth State Park 70 849 ft
Cranfield - Norfolk Lake None 566 ft
Lake of the Ozarks Military None 768 ft
Oakland - Bull Shoals Lake None 722 ft
Rush Landing - Buffalo National River None 451 ft
Rippee Conserrvation Area - MDC None 793 ft
Long Branch State Park None 841 ft
Barkshed 6 559 ft
Drakesville City Park 6 886 ft
Union Mills Access None 762 ft
Lake of the Ozarks State Park 183 773 ft
Lake Wapello State Park 80 803 ft
Macon Co Park None 873 ft
Rothwell Park None 858 ft
Alcock Park 40 1,018 ft
Point Return City Park 22 716 ft
Black Hawk County Park None 858 ft

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): 3.4


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.


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