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Beulah
Eden Index
Climate
5.0
•
Recreation
•
Community
2.7
•
Safeguard
2.7/10
Beulah is a small town located in Mercer County, North Dakota. It has a cold climate with long, severe winters and short summers. The town is situated near the Missouri River, which provides a source of hydrology. The river is used for fishing, boating, and other water sports. Beulah also has several parks and outdoor recreation areas, including the Coal Country Trail, which is popular among hikers and bikers. The town has recently experienced growth due to the oil and gas industry, and as a result, there are plenty of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the surrounding countryside.
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): 5.0
Beulah receives approximately
419mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Beulah has a plant hardyness factor of
3, 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
Cannonball-Heart-Knife
Area Rivers
Cannonball-Heart-Knife
Snowpack Depths
Cannonball-Heart-Knife
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Cannonball-Heart-Knife
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lions and Elgin Parkboard | 14 | 2,332 ft | |||
| New Leipzig City Park | 14 | 2,319 ft | |||
| Sheep Creek Dam | None | 2,249 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): 2.7
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.