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Mapleton
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
4.9
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Mapleton, Kansas is a small town situated in Bourbon County. The climate in Mapleton is classified as humid continental, characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from the highs of 90°F (32°C) in July to lows of 20°F (-7°C) in January. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 40 inches (102 cm) annually.
Hydrologically, Mapleton benefits from the presence of the Little Osage River that flows nearby. This river not only adds to the picturesque scenery but also offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and canoeing. Anglers can expect to catch various fish species such as bass, catfish, and crappie.
The town has several outdoor recreation opportunities. Just a short distance away is Fort Scott National Historic Site, where visitors can explore the historic military fort and enjoy walking trails. Additionally, Mapleton is surrounded by beautiful natural areas, including Bourbon State Fishing Lake and Gunn Park. These locations offer opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, picnicking, and camping, making Mapleton an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts.
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
Mapleton receives approximately
1077mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Mapleton 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): 4.9
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
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.