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Hamburg
Eden Index
Climate
6.4
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
3.7
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Hamburg, Minnesota is a small town located in Carver County with a humid continental climate characterized by hot summers and cold winters. The town is surrounded by several lakes, including Lake Auburn and Lake St. Joseph, which are part of the Minnesota River watershed. The hydrology constituents in the area include sand and gravel deposits, which have a high permeability and allow for groundwater recharge. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Hamburg include fishing, boating, and swimming in the nearby lakes, as well as hiking and biking on the nearby trails, such as the Dakota Rail Regional Trail. The town also hosts several community events throughout the year, including the Hamburg Fun Fest and the Hamburg Fire Department Fish Fry.
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): 6.4
Hamburg receives approximately
781mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Hamburg 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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onegume | 46 | 1,338 ft | |||
| Crosby Memorial Park | None | 1,243 ft | |||
| West Seelye Bay | 22 | 1,418 ft | |||
| Deer Lake | 48 | 1,413 ft | |||
| Williams Narrows | 17 | 1,328 ft | |||
| Plug Hat Point | None | 1,368 ft | |||
| Winnie Dam | None | 1,334 ft | |||
| Washburn Lake - Land OLakes State Forest | 30 | 1,347 ft | |||
| East Seelye Bay | 13 | 1,342 ft | |||
| Ronald Cloutier - Cross Lake | 120 | 1,246 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): 3.7
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.