Eden Index

Oark

Climate • Recreation • Community • Catastrophe

Oark
Eden Index
Climate 7.8 • Recreation 3.4 • Community 1.3 • Safeguard

4.6/10

Oark, Arkansas is a small town located in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. It experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The area is known for its abundant rainfall, with an average annual precipitation of around 50 inches. The region is blessed with numerous rivers and streams, including the Mulberry River, which flows through Oark. These waterways offer excellent opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The surrounding mountains also provide a beautiful backdrop for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Ozark National Forest, which offers a variety of trails and scenic overlooks. Overall, Oark is a charming destination for those seeking an escape into nature.

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): 7.8


Oark receives approximately 1314mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 81% and air temperatures averaging around 15°C. Oark has a plant hardyness factor of 7, meaning plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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 Arkansas-Fourche La Fave

Area Rivers

Lower Arkansas-Fourche La Fave



Snowpack Depths

Lower Arkansas-Fourche La Fave



Reservoir Storage Capacity

Lower Arkansas-Fourche La Fave



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
Teague Lake Primitive None 199 ft
Mount Magazine State Park None 2,429 ft
Rock Creek - Lake Greeson None 560 ft
Beaver Town Park 42 910 ft
Laurel Creek - Lake Greeson None 582 ft
Frank Anthony RV Park 30 242 ft
Shoal Bay - Lake Dardanelle None 375 ft
Spadra - Lake Dardanelle None 360 ft
Tompkins Bend - Lake Ouachita 77 603 ft
Horsehead Lake 80 692 ft
Lake Bistineau State Park None 170 ft
Cove Lake Complex 96 1,034 ft
Lost Valley - Buffalo National River None 1,096 ft
Long Shoal - Harry S. Truman Lake None 783 ft
Waveland - Blue Mountain Lake 51 430 ft
Viney Creek None 930 ft
Spring Lake 53 522 ft
Crystal 9 972 ft
Big Fir 50 617 ft
Parker Creek - Lake Greeson None 684 ft
Viola - Table Rock Lake None 1,017 ft
Crabtree Cove - Stockton Lake None 902 ft
Joplin - Lake Ouachita 64 592 ft
Buckville - Lake Ouachita None 610 ft
Stockton State Park None 910 ft
Daisy State Park None 592 ft
Indian Point - Table Rock Lake None 1,040 ft
Cape Fair - Table Rock Lake None 966 ft
Washita - Lake Ouachita None 600 ft
Lake Leatherwood City Park None 1,046 ft
Fulton Branch 5 644 ft
Fair City RV Park 100 317 ft
Wheatland - Pomme de Terre Lake None 905 ft
Denby Point - Lake Ouachita 67 655 ft
Pikeville - Lake Greeson 12 568 ft
Cedar Ridge - Stockton Lake None 905 ft
Shawnee Bend - Harry S Truman Lake None 772 ft
Windsor Crossing - Harry S Truman Lake 47 745 ft
Harry S Truman State Park None 864 ft
Osage Bluff - Harry S. Truman Lake None 807 ft
Farrington City Park None 859 ft
Talley Bend - Harry S. Truman Lake None 822 ft
Charlton 58 725 ft
Berryville RV Park 18 1,169 ft
Cane Creek - Lake Dardanelle 16 344 ft
Harmon Lake Dam - Barksdale AFB 6 222 ft
Dragover 7 741 ft
Weaubleau City Park None 988 ft
Knob Noster State Park None 833 ft
South Abutment East 12 177 ft
Eagle Rock - Table Rock Lake None 988 ft
Twin Creek - Lake Ouachita 15 590 ft
River Bluff 5 616 ft
Outlet Area - Blue Mountain Lake 30 410 ft
Crater of Diamonds State Park None 339 ft
Joe Bald - Table Rock Lake None 948 ft
Lightfoot Landing - Pomme de Terre Lake None 870 ft
Osceola RV Park 48 732 ft
Rocky Shoals 5 683 ft
Campbell Point - Table Rock Lake None 999 ft
Thibaut Point - Harry S. Truman Lake None 731 ft
Barksdale AFB Military None 160 ft
Kirby Landing - Lake Greeson None 571 ft
Sparrowfoot - Harry S. Truman Lake None 731 ft
Crystal Springs - Lake Ouachita 74 623 ft
Aunts Creek - Table Rock Lake None 998 ft
Cameron Bluff 18 2,553 ft
Cowhide Cove - Lake Greeson None 542 ft
Big Bay - Table Rock Lake 61 1,022 ft
South Fourche 15 454 ft
Withrow Springs State Park None 1,399 ft
Wolf Pen 21 905 ft
Ivan Lake 4 212 ft
Dam Area - Lake Greeson None 431 ft
Irons Fork - Lake Ouachita 12 586 ft
Baxter - Table Rock Lake None 941 ft
Big M - Table Rock Lake None 924 ft
Cypress Black Bayou Rec Area None 207 ft
Self Creek - Lake Greeson None 543 ft
Highway 157 Primitive None 203 ft
Avant - Lake Ouachita 25 589 ft
Berry Bend - Harry S. Truman Lake None 850 ft
Bucksaw - Harry S. Truman Lake None 738 ft
Mill Creek - Table Rock Lake None 950 ft
Hervey Access Camping None 247 ft
Ozone 28 1,825 ft
Little Fir - Lake Ouachita 29 602 ft
Highway 27 - Lake Ouachita None 593 ft
Buckhorn - Lake Greeson 0 583 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): 1.3


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.


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