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Harrisonville
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
3.1
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Harrisonville, Missouri has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 41 inches of rainfall annually and experiences occasional flooding due to its proximity to the South Grand River. The hydrology constituents of the area include the South Grand River and several smaller creeks and streams. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Harrisonville include access to Lake Harrisonville for fishing and boating, Harrisonville City Park for picnicking and hiking, and the Katy Trail for biking and hiking. The area also has several golf courses and is near the James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area for hunting and wildlife watching.
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
Harrisonville receives approximately
1005mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Harrisonville 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
Osage
Area Rivers
Osage
Snowpack Depths
Osage
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Osage
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neosho City Campground | 20 | 1,136 ft | |||
| Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park | None | 940 ft | |||
| Prospect City Park | None | 797 ft | |||
| Lanagan Access City Park | None | 851 ft | |||
| Blue Springs County Campground | 82 | 867 ft | |||
| Devils Den State Park | None | 1,035 ft | |||
| Longview Lake County Campground | 113 | 931 ft | |||
| Lamar City Park | None | 930 ft | |||
| Schifferdecker Park | None | 1,026 ft | |||
| Lake Wedington Rec. Area | 152 | 1,131 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): 3.1
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.