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Fountain
Eden Index
Climate
6.3
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
2.9/10
Fountain, Minnesota is a small town located in Fillmore County with a population of just over 400 people. The climate in Fountain is characterized by cold winters and warm summers, with an average annual temperature of 47°F. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Root River and numerous small streams and creeks. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include fishing, boating, hiking, and hunting. The nearby Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park offers over 13 miles of hiking trails and guided cave tours, while the Root River is popular for kayaking and fishing. The town also hosts an annual Fall Festival and Trout Days celebration.
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): 6.3
Fountain receives approximately
892mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Fountain 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 Mississippi-Black-Root
Area Rivers
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Snowpack Depths
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Mississippi-Black-Root
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binder Park | 17 | 655 ft | |||
| Lacey - Keosauqua State Park | 113 | 744 ft | |||
| Waubonsie Trail Park | 7 | 784 ft | |||
| Pine Ridge | 8 | 770 ft | |||
| Sever Lake Conservation Area - MDC | 84 | 736 ft | |||
| Austin County Park | None | 578 ft | |||
| Finger Lakes State Park | None | 725 ft | |||
| Dry Fork | 18 | 763 ft | |||
| Lake Sugema County Park | None | 741 ft | |||
| Shelbina Lake City Park | None | 722 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):
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.