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Brooklyn
Eden Index
Climate
6.9
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.2
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Brooklyn, Wisconsin lies in the south-central region of the state and experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. With several small lakes and streams, the hydrology constituents of Brooklyn are diverse and include the Sugar River, which flows through the village. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Brooklyn include fishing, boating, and swimming in nearby lakes, as well as hiking and biking on trails such as the Sugar River State Trail. The village also has several parks and a golf course.
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
Brooklyn receives approximately
898mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Brooklyn 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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Walker Military - Camp Shelby | None | 239 ft | |||
| Marathon Lake | 71 | 481 ft | |||
| Shockaloe Base Camp I | 10 | 578 ft | |||
| Big Creek Waterpark | None | 254 ft | |||
| Little Black Creek Waterpark | None | 296 ft | |||
| Lake Ross Barnett | 22 | 402 ft | |||
| North Graysport - Grenada Lake | 51 | 279 ft | |||
| Paul B Johnson State Park | None | 245 ft | |||
| Buccaneer State Park | 276 | 5 ft | |||
| McLeod Water Park | None | 22 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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): 1.2
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.