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Alanson
Eden Index
Climate
6.4
•
Recreation
6.6
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Located in northern Michigan, Alanson experiences cold and snowy winters with temperatures averaging around 22°F in January and mild summers with temperatures averaging around 71°F in July. The hydrology of Alanson is heavily influenced by the nearby Crooked River and Burt Lake. The area is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, particularly for trout and salmon in the Crooked River. Outdoor recreation opportunities also include hiking and biking on the Little Traverse Wheelway, which runs through Alanson and connects several nearby communities. Additionally, there are several parks and natural areas in the area, including the 1,200-acre Burt Lake State Park, offering camping, boating, and swimming opportunities.
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): 6.4
Alanson receives approximately
802mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Alanson 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.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Northwestern Lake Huron
Area Rivers
Northwestern Lake Huron
Snowpack Depths
Northwestern Lake Huron
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northwestern Lake Huron
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach - Pancake Bay Provincial Park | 236 | 614 ft | |||
| Agawa Bay - Lake Superior Provincial Park | 147 | 620 ft | |||
| Monocle Lake Rec Area | 39 | 641 ft | |||
| Bay View | 24 | 622 ft | |||
| Three Lakes | 28 | 877 ft | |||
| Soldier Lake Rec Area | 43 | 908 ft | |||
| Rabbit Blanket Lake - Lake Superior Provincial Park | 60 | 1,126 ft | |||
| Hilltop - Pancake Bay Provincial Park | 89 | 657 ft | |||
| Brevort Lake | 84 | 632 ft | |||
| Lake Michigan | 34 | 601 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): 0.7
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.