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Beecher-Falls
Eden Index
Climate
6.9
•
Recreation
3.5
•
Community
1.1
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Beecher-Falls is a small town located in the northeastern corner of Vermont. The climate in Beecher-Falls is characterized by cool summers and cold winters, with an average annual temperature of 41°F. The town is situated along the Connecticut River, which provides a source of drinking water for the area. However, the river is also subject to contamination from agricultural runoff and other sources of pollution. Despite these challenges, Beecher-Falls offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, and hunting in the nearby forests and mountains. The town also has several parks and campgrounds that are popular with visitors and locals 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): 6.9
Beecher-Falls receives approximately
1067mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
5°C.
Beecher-Falls 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 Connecticut
Area Rivers
Upper Connecticut
Snowpack Depths
Upper Connecticut
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Connecticut
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Francis State Park | 40 | 1,400 ft | |||
| Coleman State Park | 24 | 2,256 ft | |||
| Maidstone State Park | None | 1,320 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): 1.1
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.