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Saint-Charles
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
2.4
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Located in southeastern Arkansas, Saint-Charles is a small town with a population of approximately 200 residents. The climate in Saint-Charles is characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summers often see temperatures reaching the mid-90s Fahrenheit, while winter temperatures average around the low 40s. Humidity is high throughout the year, and rainfall is fairly evenly distributed, with an average annual precipitation of around 50 inches.
Situated along the banks of the White River, Saint-Charles benefits from its hydrological features. The river serves as a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering opportunities to catch bass, catfish, and bream. Additionally, the White River is known for its scenic beauty, making it an ideal location for boating, kayaking, and canoeing.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Saint-Charles abound. The town is surrounded by lush forests, making it a great destination for hiking and wildlife viewing. Deer hunting is also popular in the area, attracting many hunters during the appropriate seasons. The nearby White River National Wildlife Refuge offers additional recreational opportunities, including birdwatching and camping, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region.
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
Saint-Charles receives approximately
1292mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Saint-Charles has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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 White
Area Rivers
Lower White
Snowpack Depths
Lower White
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower White
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farr Park | 108 | 26 ft | |||
| Lake Bruin State Park | None | 75 ft | |||
| Lamar Dixon Expo RV Center | 300 | 11 ft | |||
| Lake End Park | 167 | 4 ft | |||
| Clear Spgs Rec Area | 45 | 317 ft | |||
| Natchez State Park | None | 236 ft | |||
| Grand Gulf Military Park | 42 | 238 ft | |||
| Kemper Williams Parish Park | None | 5 ft | |||
| Lake End City Park | 74 | 4 ft | |||
| Chicot County RV Park | 98 | 111 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):
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.