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Fortine
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
3.6
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Fortine is a small community in northwestern Montana with a cool and dry climate. The average temperature in January is around 15°F while it can reach up to 80°F in July. The area receives moderate precipitation, with most of it falling as snow from November to April. The hydrology constituents of the area include several creeks and rivers, the largest being the Stillwater River which offers a great opportunity for fishing and boating. The surrounding mountains also provide opportunities for hiking, camping, and skiing, with the Whitefish Mountain Resort being a popular destination in winter. Additionally, the nearby Flathead National Forest offers a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities.
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): 7.3
Fortine receives approximately
590mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 69%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Fortine 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
Kootenai
Area Rivers
Kootenai
Snowpack Depths
Kootenai
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Kootenai
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Therriault Lake | 6 | 5,531 ft | |||
| Big Therriault Lake | 10 | 5,575 ft | |||
| North Dickey Lake | 25 | 3,140 ft | |||
| Stillwater Lake | 6 | 3,175 ft | |||
| Rock Lake | 5 | 2,908 ft | |||
| Riverside Park - Eureka | None | 2,560 ft | |||
| Frozen Lake | 5 | 4,942 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.