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Buffalo
Eden Index
Climate
6.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
3.7
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Buffalo, Minnesota is a small town in Wright County with a population of approximately 16,000 people. The climate in Buffalo is classified as continental with warm summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 32 inches of rain annually and 47 inches of snow during the winter months. The Wright County area is known for its high levels of nitrates in the groundwater due to agricultural practices.
Buffalo has several outdoor recreation opportunities, including numerous parks and trails for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. Buffalo Lake provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. Montissippi County Park offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a beach area for visitors to enjoy. The Buffalo Community Center also offers indoor and outdoor recreational activities, such as basketball courts and a skate 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
Buffalo receives approximately
751mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Buffalo 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
Area Rivers
Snowpack Depths
Reservoir Storage Capacity
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby Memorial Park | None | 1,243 ft | |||
| Aitkin County Campground | 7 | 1,201 ft | |||
| Washburn Lake - Land OLakes State Forest | 30 | 1,347 ft | |||
| Winnie Dam | None | 1,334 ft | |||
| Williams Narrows | 17 | 1,328 ft | |||
| Cuyuna Country State Park - Portsmouth Campground | 25 | 1,238 ft | |||
| Mille Lacs Kathio State Park | 70 | 1,281 ft | |||
| Onegume | 46 | 1,338 ft | |||
| Big Falls City | None | 1,188 ft | |||
| Plug Hat Point | None | 1,368 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): 3.7
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.