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Brutus
Eden Index
Climate
6.3
•
Recreation
5.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.5/10
Brutus, Michigan is a small village located in Emmet County on the shore of Lake Michigan. The climate in Brutus is characterized by cold winters and mild summers, with an average temperature of around 44°F. The village is situated in the Little Traverse Bay watershed, which feeds into Lake Michigan. The hydrology constituents of this area include streams, wetlands, and groundwater. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Brutus include fishing, boating, and kayaking on Lake Michigan, as well as hiking and snowmobiling along the nearby North Country Trail. The village is also close to several state parks and nature preserves, including Wilderness State Park and the Headlands International Dark Sky Park.
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
Brutus receives approximately
807mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Brutus 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
Northwestern Lake Huron
Area Rivers
Northwestern Lake Huron
Snowpack Depths
Northwestern Lake Huron
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northwestern Lake Huron
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rabbit Blanket Lake - Lake Superior Provincial Park | 60 | 1,126 ft | |||
| Beach - Pancake Bay Provincial Park | 236 | 614 ft | |||
| Bay View | 24 | 622 ft | |||
| Brimley State Park | 235 | 628 ft | |||
| Agawa Bay - Lake Superior Provincial Park | 147 | 620 ft | |||
| Monocle Lake Rec Area | 39 | 641 ft | |||
| Carp River | 38 | 632 ft | |||
| Soldier Lake Rec Area | 43 | 908 ft | |||
| Crescent Lake - Lake Superior Provincial Park | 20 | 1,184 ft | |||
| Hilltop - Pancake Bay Provincial Park | 89 | 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):
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.