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Fairchild
Eden Index
Climate
6.1
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Fairchild is a small town located in west-central Wisconsin, known for its beautiful natural surroundings and outdoor recreation opportunities. The climate is characterized by cold winters and mild summers, with average temperatures ranging from 13°F in January to 69°F in July. The town is situated in the Chippewa River watershed and is surrounded by several small streams and wetlands, providing ample opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy hiking and biking on the nearby trails, including the 40-mile Chippewa River State Trail. The area is also known for its hunting and snowmobiling during the winter months.
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): 6.1
Fairchild receives approximately
857mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Fairchild 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): 4.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great River Road State Park | None | 150 ft | |||
| Grand Gulf Military Park | 42 | 238 ft | |||
| Lake Charlie Capps | None | 146 ft | |||
| South Recreation Composite | 100 | 140 ft | |||
| Leroy Percy State Park | None | 108 ft | |||
| Float Camp | 16 | 472 ft | |||
| Little Sunflower River | None | 107 ft | |||
| Lake Chicot State Park | None | 128 ft | |||
| Rocky Springs - Natchez Trace Pkwy | 22 | 235 ft | |||
| Warfield Point Park | None | 132 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.