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North-Liberty
Eden Index
Climate
7.7
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
4.8
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
North Liberty, Iowa experiences a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid, with average temperatures ranging from 70°F to 85°F. Winters are cold, with average temperatures ranging from 15°F to 30°F. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of 36 inches and snowfall of 32 inches.
Located near the Iowa River, North Liberty benefits from its hydrology constituents. The river provides recreational opportunities for fishing, boating, and kayaking. Additionally, the area has several parks and trails, including the Penn Meadows Park and the North Liberty Recreation Center, offering a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and picnicking. North Liberty is a vibrant community that embraces the beauty of its natural surroundings while enjoying a diverse range of outdoor recreation opportunities.
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): 7.7
North-Liberty receives approximately
909mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
North-Liberty 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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akers | None | 818 ft | |||
| Pulltite - Ozark National Scenic River | 55 | 817 ft | |||
| Hermann City RV Park | 20 | 509 ft | |||
| Paydown Access - MDC | 6 | 596 ft | |||
| Graham Cave State Park | None | 778 ft | |||
| Rising Star | None | 196 ft | |||
| Rollins Ferry Access - MDC | 11 | 568 ft | |||
| Chamois Access - MDC | 4 | 530 ft | |||
| Alley Spring - Ozark National Scenic River | 162 | 672 ft | |||
| Round Spring - Ozark National Scenic River | None | 673 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): 4.8
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.