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Schoenchen
Eden Index
Climate
9.6
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Schoenchen, Kansas is a small rural town located in Ellis County. It experiences a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. Summers are typically warm with average temperatures ranging from the mid-80s to low 90s Fahrenheit, while winters are cold with average temperatures in the mid-20s. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of around 24 inches and snowfall of about 20 inches.
Schoenchen is situated near the banks of Big Creek, a tributary of the Smoky Hill River. The hydrology constituents in this area are primarily influenced by these water bodies. Big Creek provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and exploring its scenic surroundings. Additionally, the nearby Smoky Hill River offers additional outdoor recreation options such as kayaking and canoeing.
The town itself also boasts several parks and green spaces, making it ideal for picnics, hiking, or simply enjoying nature. Overall, Schoenchen provides a peaceful and picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to engage in various recreational activities.
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): 9.6
Schoenchen receives approximately
592mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Schoenchen 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
Smoky Hill
Area Rivers
Smoky Hill
Snowpack Depths
Smoky Hill
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Smoky Hill
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton City Park | 5 | 1,762 ft | |||
| Phillipsburg City Park | None | 1,874 ft | |||
| Webster State Park | 10 | 1,933 ft | |||
| Camp Pawnee | 12 | 2,028 ft | |||
| Grass Park - La Crosse | 4 | 2,053 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.