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Fairport-Harbor
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Fairport-Harbor is a small town located in Lake County, Ohio. The climate in Fairport-Harbor is classified as humid continental, with warm summers and cold winters. The town is situated on the shore of Lake Erie, which makes it susceptible to water quality issues such as algae blooms and pollution. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Fairport-Harbor include fishing, boating, and swimming in Lake Erie, as well as hiking and birdwatching in nearby parks and nature preserves. The town also hosts an annual beach festival in the summer, which includes live music, games, and food vendors.
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): 8.1
Fairport-Harbor receives approximately
1059mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Fairport-Harbor has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
Area Rivers
Snowpack Depths
Reservoir Storage Capacity
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalewood Conservation Area | 179 | 765 ft | |||
| West Branch State Park | 200 | 1,011 ft | |||
| Punderson State Park | 200 | 1,188 ft | |||
| Petersburg Boat Landing | None | 982 ft | |||
| Fanshawe Conservation Area | 649 | 907 ft | |||
| Silver Springs - Stow | 27 | 1,094 ft | |||
| Perry Township Park | None | 615 ft | |||
| Springwater Conservation Area | 164 | 698 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): 3.2
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.