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Farwell
Eden Index
Climate
6.7
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Farwell, Michigan is a small town located in Clare County with a humid continental climate. Summers are warm with temperatures averaging in the mid-70s, while winters are cold with temperatures in the teens. The area receives moderate precipitation throughout the year with snowfall averaging around 47 inches per year. The region is surrounded by several lakes and streams, making it an ideal location for fishing and boating. The hydrology constituents include the Tobacco River, which runs through the town, and several other smaller tributaries. Outdoor recreational opportunities in the area include hunting, hiking, and camping in the nearby state forests, as well as snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in 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): 6.7
Farwell receives approximately
828mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Farwell 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
Streamflow Conditions
Saginaw
Area Rivers
Saginaw
Snowpack Depths
Saginaw
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Saginaw
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straits State Park | 275 | 672 ft | |||
| Lake Michigan | 34 | 601 ft | |||
| Wilderness State Park | 250 | 594 ft | |||
| Trout Lake City Park | 83 | 830 ft | |||
| Cecil Lakeview City Park | None | 579 ft | |||
| Brevort Lake | 84 | 632 ft | |||
| Maple Bay - State Forest | 38 | 600 ft | |||
| Little Brevoort Lake (North) - State Forest | 20 | 636 ft | |||
| Little Brevoort Lake (South) - State Forest | 12 | 651 ft | |||
| Carp River | 38 | 632 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): 1.9
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.