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Ellsworth
Eden Index
Climate
6.3
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
3.9
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Ellsworth, Wisconsin has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 32 inches of rainfall per year and experiences occasional flooding due to its location near the Mississippi River. The hydrology constituents of the area include the aforementioned river, as well as several lakes and streams. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Ellsworth include fishing, boating, and camping at the nearby Rush River and Lake Pepin. The area also offers hiking and birdwatching at the Pheasant Branch Conservancy and the Lake Wissota State Park. Additionally, Ellsworth hosts an annual Cheese Curd Festival, celebrating the town's rich dairy heritage.
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
Ellsworth receives approximately
871mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Ellsworth 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): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macon Co Park | None | 873 ft | |||
| Lake Wapello State Park | 80 | 803 ft | |||
| Quercus Wilderness Area | 5 | 670 ft | |||
| McGowen Rec Area | 12 | 857 ft | |||
| Glendale Access | None | 696 ft | |||
| Lake Fisher | 6 | 840 ft | |||
| Lake Keomah State Park | 65 | 810 ft | |||
| Drakesville City Park | 6 | 886 ft | |||
| Thousand Hills State Park | None | 862 ft | |||
| Long Branch State Park | None | 841 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): 3.9
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.