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Dorchester
Eden Index
Climate
5.8
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.3/10
Dorchester, Wisconsin, is a small village located in the central part of the state. The climate of the region is characterized by cold winters with heavy snowfall and warm summers with moderate rainfall. Surface water in the area is mainly supplied by the Black River, which flows through the village. The river supports a diversity of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, and smallmouth bass. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Dorchester mainly revolve around hunting, fishing, and hiking. The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, located just a short drive away, provides extensive recreational opportunities, including camping, horseback riding, and wildlife watching. Overall, Dorchester offers an excellent opportunity to experience the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of Wisconsin's central region.
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): 5.8
Dorchester receives approximately
833mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Dorchester 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
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Lincoln State Park | None | 426 ft | |||
| Lefleurs Bluff State Park | None | 288 ft | |||
| Percy Quin State Park | None | 416 ft | |||
| Fairview Riverside State Park | None | 4 ft | |||
| Lake Mary Crawford | 20 | 293 ft | |||
| Pere Marquette State Park | 80 | 644 ft | |||
| St. Francois State Park | None | 777 ft | |||
| Bogue Chitto Water Park | None | 276 ft | |||
| Bayou Segnette State Park | None | 0 ft | |||
| Mississippi Petrified Forest | 15 | 294 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.