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Burtrum
Eden Index
Climate
6.0
•
Recreation
1.3
•
Community
•
Safeguard
2.9/10
Burtrum is a small town located in Todd County, Minnesota. Its climate is classified as humid continental with warm summers and cold winters. The town is situated along the Grey Eagle Creek, which eventually flows into the Sauk River. The hydrology constituents of the area include agricultural runoff, sedimentation, and nutrient pollution. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Burtrum include fishing and boating on Big Birch Lake, which is located just a few miles outside of the town. The lake is stocked with walleye, northern pike, and bass, making it a popular destination for anglers. The nearby Lake Alexander Wildlife Management Area also offers opportunities for hunting and hiking.
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): 6.0
Burtrum receives approximately
713mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Burtrum 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
Mississippi Headwaters
Area Rivers
Mississippi Headwaters
Snowpack Depths
Mississippi Headwaters
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Mississippi Headwaters
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.3
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Big Bog State Rec Area | 31 | 1,177 ft | |||
Chippewa Loop | 46 | 1,369 ft | |||
Andersons Crossing | None | 1,353 ft | |||
Washkish Park | 30 | 1,180 ft | |||
Knutson Dam | 14 | 1,307 ft | |||
Cass Lake | 23 | 1,335 ft | |||
Knob Hill | None | 1,288 ft | |||
Bullard Bluff Campsite | None | 1,266 ft | |||
Camp Cassaway | 10 | 1,306 ft | |||
Frames Landing Campsite | None | 1,326 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.