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Colfax
Eden Index
Climate
6.2
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Colfax, Wisconsin is a small town located in Dunn County. The climate in Colfax is characterized as humid continental, with warm summers and cold winters. The town is home to several waterways, including Hay River, which flows through the town towards the Chippewa River. The hydrology constituents in Colfax include phosphorus, nitrogen, and sediment, which can affect the health of these waterways. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Colfax include fishing, boating, camping, and hiking in nearby parks such as Hoffman Hills State Recreation Area and the Red Cedar State Trail. The town also hosts several events throughout the year, including the Colfax Free Fair and the Dunn County Dairy Promotion Days.
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): 6.2
Colfax receives approximately
824mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Colfax 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
Chippewa
Area Rivers
Chippewa
Snowpack Depths
Chippewa
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Chippewa
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graham Cave State Park | None | 778 ft | |||
| Rollins Ferry Access - MDC | 11 | 568 ft | |||
| Lakeview Park - Mexico | None | 810 ft | |||
| Paydown Access - MDC | 6 | 596 ft | |||
| Ray Behrens | None | 677 ft | |||
| Frank Russell | None | 704 ft | |||
| Mark Twain State Park | None | 666 ft | |||
| Mississippi Riverfront RV Park | None | 483 ft | |||
| Chamois Access - MDC | 4 | 530 ft | |||
| Wakonda State Park | None | 496 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): 2.3
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.