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Annandale
Eden Index
Climate
6.3
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
4.0
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Annandale is a town located in Wright County, Minnesota, with a population of approximately 3,400 residents. The town has a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, and an average annual rainfall of 34 inches. Annandale is situated near several lakes, including Clearwater Lake, which is the largest in the area, and Lake Sylvia, which offers fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities. The town is also located near the Mississippi River, providing additional recreational activities such as canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. Annandale's hydrology constituents include several small streams and wetlands, which contribute to the local water supply. The town's outdoor recreation opportunities make it a popular destination for tourists and residents alike.
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): 6.3
Annandale receives approximately
759mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Annandale 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
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Crow-Rum
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Lake | 48 | 1,413 ft | |||
| Leech Lake Rec Area | 78 | 1,313 ft | |||
| Onegume | 46 | 1,338 ft | |||
| Winnie | 35 | 1,392 ft | |||
| East Seelye Bay | 13 | 1,342 ft | |||
| West Seelye Bay | 22 | 1,418 ft | |||
| Winnie Dam | None | 1,334 ft | |||
| Plug Hat Point | None | 1,368 ft | |||
| Williams Narrows | 17 | 1,328 ft | |||
| Washburn Lake - Land OLakes State Forest | 30 | 1,347 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 4.0
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.