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Birchwood
Eden Index
Climate
5.6
•
Recreation
4.7
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Birchwood, Wisconsin is a small town located in the northern part of the state. The climate in Birchwood is typically cold and snowy in the winter, with temperatures averaging around 20°F, and warm and humid in the summer, with temperatures averaging around 70°F. The town sits on the banks of Birch Lake, which is home to a variety of aquatic species, including walleye, muskie, and northern pike. Birch Lake also offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. In addition to Birch Lake, the town is surrounded by several other lakes, including Red Cedar Lake and Chetek Lake, which are popular destinations for outdoor recreation, such as hiking, camping, and snowmobiling.
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): 5.6
Birchwood receives approximately
837mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Birchwood has a plant hardyness factor of
3, 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
Chippewa
Area Rivers
Chippewa
Snowpack Depths
Chippewa
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Chippewa
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ray Behrens | None | 677 ft | |||
| Warsaw City Campground | None | 495 ft | |||
| Canton City River Park | 23 | 481 ft | |||
| Victory Park | 5 | 510 ft | |||
| Bear Creek - Mississippi River | 30 | 492 ft | |||
| Wakonda State Park | None | 496 ft | |||
| Mississippi Riverfront RV Park | None | 483 ft | |||
| Frank Russell | None | 704 ft | |||
| Hermann City RV Park | 20 | 509 ft | |||
| Graham Cave State Park | None | 778 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): 3.2
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.