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Alvin
Eden Index
Climate
5.3
•
Recreation
5.4
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Alvin, Wisconsin is a small village located in Forest County, surrounded by dense forests and numerous lakes and streams. The climate in Alvin is classified as a humid continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. The village lies within the Upper Wolf River Basin, an area known for its high-quality trout streams and abundant water resources. The Wolf River is a popular destination for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. There are also numerous hiking trails in the area, including the Nicolet Roche Trail and the Anvil Lake Trail. In the winter, the nearby Nicolet National Forest offers snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing 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): 5.3
Alvin receives approximately
762mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
5°C.
Alvin has a plant hardyness factor of
4, 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 Michigan
Area Rivers
Northwestern Lake Michigan
Snowpack Depths
Northwestern Lake Michigan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northwestern Lake Michigan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charley Brown City Park | None | 487 ft | |||
| Friends Creek Regional Park | 35 | 693 ft | |||
| Faries Park | 37 | 618 ft | |||
| Opossum Creek - Shelbyville Lake | 80 | 654 ft | |||
| Coon Creek - Shelbyville Lake | 230 | 666 ft | |||
| Jurgens City Park | None | 658 ft | |||
| Clinton Lake State Rec Area | 310 | 725 ft | |||
| Sam Dale Lake Conservation Area | None | 493 ft | |||
| Stephen A. Forbes State Park | 135 | 604 ft | |||
| Moraine View State Park | 200 | 853 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.