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New-Canton
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
New-Canton, Illinois is a small town located in Pike County. The climate in New-Canton is characterized by hot summers and cold winters. The area experiences mild to moderate precipitation throughout the year, with slightly higher rainfall in the summer months. The hydrology constituents of New-Canton are primarily influenced by the nearby Mississippi River, which provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities. Additionally, the town is surrounded by picturesque natural landscapes, offering various outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, camping, and bird-watching. The scenic surroundings make New-Canton a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the beauty of rural Illinois.
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
New-Canton receives approximately
953mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
New-Canton 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
Upper Mississippi-Salt
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Salt
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Salt
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Salt
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Spgs Rec Area | 45 | 317 ft | |||
| Lamar Dixon Expo RV Center | 300 | 11 ft | |||
| Leroy Percy State Park | None | 108 ft | |||
| Lake End Park | 167 | 4 ft | |||
| Lake Bruin State Park | None | 75 ft | |||
| Natchez State Park | None | 236 ft | |||
| Kemper Williams Parish Park | None | 5 ft | |||
| Farr Park | 108 | 26 ft | |||
| Grand Gulf Military Park | 42 | 238 ft | |||
| Lake End City Park | 74 | 4 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):
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.