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Franklin
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Franklin, Maine is a small town located in Hancock County. The climate in Franklin is typical of the region, with cold winters and mild summers. The town is surrounded by several bodies of water, including Taunton Bay and Tunk Lake, which are popular for outdoor recreation activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The hydrology constituents in Franklin are primarily influenced by these bodies of water, with several streams and tributaries flowing into them. The town is also home to several hiking trails, including the popular Donnell Pond Public Reserved Land, which offers scenic views of the surrounding forests and lakes. Overall, Franklin offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities for visitors and residents alike.
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): 7.9
Franklin receives approximately
1252mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Franklin 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
Maine Coastal
Area Rivers
Maine Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Maine Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Maine Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamoine State Park | 60 | 93 ft | |||
| Seawall - Acadia National Park | 214 | 35 ft | |||
| Blackwoods - Acadia National Park | 306 | 193 ft | |||
| Great Pond Military | None | 302 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.