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Higbee
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
2.6
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Higbee, Missouri is a small town located in Randolph County, with a population of approximately 600 people. The climate in Higbee is classified as humid subtropical, with hot and humid summers and cold winters. The town is situated near the Middle Fork Salt River, which is a tributary of the Salt River. The hydrology constituents of the area include agricultural runoff, sedimentation, and nutrient loading. Higbee offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including fishing and boating on the nearby rivers and lakes, as well as hiking and hunting in the surrounding woods and fields. Additionally, the town is home to several parks and recreational facilities 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): 8.3
Higbee receives approximately
1094mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Higbee 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): 2.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maumelle | None | 281 ft | |||
| Bull Shoals State Park | None | 516 ft | |||
| Toad Suck Ferry | None | 274 ft | |||
| Cranfield - Norfolk Lake | None | 566 ft | |||
| Rush Landing - Buffalo National River | None | 451 ft | |||
| Point Return City Park | 22 | 716 ft | |||
| Buffalo Point - Buffalo National River | None | 535 ft | |||
| Dam Site - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 681 ft | |||
| Ozark Isle - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 689 ft | |||
| Lakeview - Bull Shoals Lake | None | 757 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): 2.6
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.