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Bay-View
Eden Index
Climate
8.7
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
2.2
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Bay View is a suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, located along the shores of Lake Michigan. The climate in Bay View is characterized by hot summers and cold winters with average annual precipitation of 33 inches. Hydrology constituents in Bay View include both natural and man-made water bodies such as Lake Michigan, the Kinnickinnic River, and the Menomonee River. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Bay View include visiting the South Shore Park which offers hiking, fishing, and picnicking. The park also has a beach area for swimming and access to a boat launch. The Hank Aaron State Trail is another outdoor activity where visitors can bike or hike the trail, which offers scenic views of Milwaukee's industrial past and present.
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): 8.7
Bay-View receives approximately
871mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Bay-View 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
Southwestern Lake Michigan
Area Rivers
Southwestern Lake Michigan
Snowpack Depths
Southwestern Lake Michigan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southwestern Lake Michigan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Campground - Grayville | None | 391 ft | |||
| Red Hills Lake State Park | 130 | 519 ft | |||
| Oakland City Park | None | 653 ft | |||
| Walnut Point State Park | 60 | 658 ft | |||
| Oblong Park | None | 491 ft | |||
| Crawford County Fairgrounds | None | 508 ft | |||
| Robinson City Park | None | 541 ft | |||
| Paris City Park | None | 668 ft | |||
| Lincoln Trail State Park | 240 | 655 ft | |||
| Mill Creek Park | 140 | 657 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): 2.2
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.