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Fall-River
Eden Index
Climate
6.9
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.4
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Fall River is a small village located in Columbia County, Wisconsin. The area has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. The water in Fall River is mainly sourced from groundwater and is hard due to high levels of calcium and magnesium. The river is home to various fish species, including smallmouth bass, northern pike, and walleye. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include fishing, boating, hiking, and camping. The nearby 2,500-acre Horicon Marsh Wildlife Area offers opportunities for wildlife viewing, bird watching, and hunting. Additionally, the village has a park with playground equipment, picnic areas, and a pavilion available for use.
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): 6.9
Fall-River receives approximately
872mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Fall-River has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Creek Landing | 17 | 103 ft | |||
| Gulf Marine State Park | None | 6 ft | |||
| Keesler AFB Military | 52 | 22 ft | |||
| Fairley Bridge Landing | 6 | 88 ft | |||
| Big Biloxi Rec Area | 31 | 50 ft | |||
| Airey Lake | None | 170 ft | |||
| Flint Creek Waterpark | 156 | 246 ft | |||
| Shields RV Military - Gulfport NCB | None | 26 ft | |||
| Moodys Landing | 7 | 135 ft | |||
| Janice Rec.Area | 7 | 116 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): 1.4
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.