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Fort-Shaw
Eden Index
Climate
7.2
•
Recreation
1.6
•
Community
1.2
•
Safeguard
3.7/10
Fort Shaw is a small town located in the heart of Montana, surrounded by rolling hills and vast prairies. The climate is characterized by cold winters and warm summers, with average temperatures ranging from 10°F in January to 75°F in July. The hydrology of the area is dominated by the Sun River, which flows through the town providing a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The river is also a source of drinking water for nearby communities, and is monitored closely for contaminants such as nitrates and phosphates. Other outdoor recreation opportunities in Fort Shaw include hunting, wildlife viewing, and camping in the nearby Lewis and Clark National Forest.
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): 7.2
Fort-Shaw receives approximately
324mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 63%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Fort-Shaw 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 Missouri
Area Rivers
Upper Missouri
Snowpack Depths
Upper Missouri
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Missouri
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craig FAS | 11 | 3,451 ft | |||
| American Legion/Lions Park - Cascade | None | 3,411 ft | |||
| Fairfield City Park | None | 3,979 ft | |||
| Mountain Palace FAS | None | 3,415 ft | |||
| Spite Hill FAS | None | 3,440 ft | |||
| Stickney Creek FAS | None | 3,441 ft | |||
| Prewett Creek FAS | 7 | 3,398 ft | |||
| Wolf Creek Bridge FAS | 5 | 3,478 ft | |||
| Dearborn FAS | None | 3,487 ft | |||
| Mid Canon FAS | 5 | 3,427 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 1.2
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.