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Middlegrove
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Middlegrove, Illinois is a small rural community located in Peoria County. The town experiences a humid continental climate characterized by four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid with average temperatures around 85°F (29°C), while winters are cold and snowy with average temperatures around 25°F (-4°C). Spring and autumn offer mild temperatures and colorful foliage.
The hydrology constituents in Middlegrove are primarily influenced by the nearby Illinois River. The river provides opportunities for fishing and boating, with common species including catfish, bass, and crappie. Additionally, several smaller creeks and ponds can be found throughout the area, offering further aquatic recreation possibilities.
Outdoor enthusiasts in Middlegrove can explore numerous opportunities for recreation. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and camping. Wildlife enthusiasts may also spot deer, rabbits, and various bird species in the woods and fields surrounding the community. Additionally, Middlegrove boasts several parks and recreational areas with amenities such as picnic areas, playgrounds, and sports fields, providing residents and visitors with ample opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure.
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): 7.9
Middlegrove receives approximately
955mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Middlegrove 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
Lower Illinois
Area Rivers
Lower Illinois
Snowpack Depths
Lower Illinois
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Illinois
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
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): 3.2
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.