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Detroit-Lakes
Eden Index
Climate
5.3
•
Recreation
3.8
•
Community
2.1
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Detroit Lakes is a city in Minnesota known for its beautiful lakes, cross-country ski trails, and natural scenery. The climate in Detroit Lakes is characterized by cold winters and warm summers, with an average temperature of 47°F. The city boasts more than 400 lakes, making it a haven for water sports enthusiasts, including fishing, boating, and swimming. The hydrology of Detroit Lakes is heavily influenced by the many lakes and rivers in the region, with the Pelican River flowing through the city. The water quality is generally good, with some issues related to nutrient runoff from agricultural activities. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Detroit Lakes, including hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and birdwatching in the nearby forests and wildlife refuges.
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): 5.3
Detroit-Lakes receives approximately
686mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
5°C.
Detroit-Lakes has a plant hardyness factor of
3, 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
Upper Red
Area Rivers
Upper Red
Snowpack Depths
Upper Red
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Red
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durgin Memorial Park | None | 1,069 ft | |||
| Roseau City Park | 20 | 1,050 ft | |||
| Maplewood State Park | 70 | 1,418 ft | |||
| Tipsinah Mounds City Park | 75 | 1,170 ft | |||
| American Legion Park - Detroit Lakes | 100 | 1,342 ft | |||
| Glendalough State Park | 22 | 1,350 ft | |||
| Delagoon Rec Area | 36 | 1,222 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): 2.1
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.