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Windsor-Heights
Eden Index
Climate
7.7
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
3.8
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Windsor Heights is a small suburban city located in Polk County, Iowa. The climate in Windsor Heights is characterized as a humid continental climate, with hot and humid summers and cold and snowy winters. The average temperature ranges from 23°F (-5°C) in winter to 85°F (29°C) in summer.
The city's hydrology is primarily influenced by Walnut Creek, which runs through the southern part of Windsor Heights. This creek contributes to the region's water resources and provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and leisure activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.
In terms of outdoor recreation, Windsor Heights offers a variety of parks and green spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy. Colby Park, a popular destination, features playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas. Additionally, the Clive Greenbelt Trail, which runs through the city, offers an excellent opportunity for hiking, biking, and walking.
With its pleasant climate, access to water resources, and numerous outdoor recreational opportunities, Windsor Heights provides a welcoming environment for individuals who enjoy nature and outdoor 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): 7.7
Windsor-Heights receives approximately
890mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Windsor-Heights 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.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Shoal - Harry S. Truman Lake | None | 783 ft | |||
| Sakatah Lake State Park | 60 | 1,053 ft | |||
| Carrollton City Park | None | 709 ft | |||
| Bogard City Park | 26 | 859 ft | |||
| Knob Noster State Park | None | 833 ft | |||
| Windsor Crossing - Harry S Truman Lake | 47 | 745 ft | |||
| Bucksaw - Harry S. Truman Lake | None | 738 ft | |||
| Bray County Park | 43 | 1,068 ft | |||
| Sparrowfoot - Harry S. Truman Lake | None | 731 ft | |||
| Farrington City Park | None | 859 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): 3.8
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.