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Andover
Eden Index
Climate
6.5
•
Recreation
2.1
•
Community
0.9
•
Safeguard
3.6/10
Andover, Maine is a small town located in Oxford County, with a population of around 800 people. The climate in Andover is characterized by cold winters and mild summers, with an average annual temperature of 41°F. The town is situated on the northern edge of the Appalachian Mountains, and the Androscoggin River runs through it, providing opportunities for fishing and boating. The hydrology constituents in the area include streams, ponds, and wetlands. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Andover include hiking, camping, and snowmobiling, with access to trails such as the Maine Appalachian Trail and the Black Mountain of Maine Ski Resort. Visitors can also enjoy hunting and fishing in the surrounding forests and waterways.
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): 6.5
Andover receives approximately
1373mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
5°C.
Andover 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
Androscoggin
Area Rivers
Androscoggin
Snowpack Depths
Androscoggin
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Androscoggin
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon Point City Campground | None | 280 ft | |||
| Rangeley Lake State Park | 50 | 1,590 ft | |||
| Crocker Pond | 7 | 909 ft | |||
| Hastings | 24 | 850 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): 0.9
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.