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Island-Falls
Eden Index
Climate
7.0
•
Recreation
1.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.4/10
Island Falls is a small town located in Aroostook County, Maine. The climate in Island Falls is characterized by cold winters and mild summers. Winter temperatures often drop below freezing, while summer temperatures range from the 60s to the 80s Fahrenheit. The town receives an average annual precipitation of around 40 inches, with the majority of rainfall occurring during the summer months. Snowfall is common during winter, providing opportunities for winter sports enthusiasts.
Island Falls is surrounded by numerous lakes and streams, making it a hydrologically rich area. The main water body in the area is the Mattawamkeag River, which offers fishing and boating opportunities. The river is known for its diverse fish population, including trout, salmon, and bass.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Island Falls are abundant. The town is home to a golf course, providing golf enthusiasts with a scenic and challenging experience. Additionally, the area offers excellent opportunities for hunting, hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. With its pristine landscapes and proximity to nature, Island Falls is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of Maine's wilderness.
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): 7.0
Island-Falls receives approximately
1082mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
5°C.
Island-Falls 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
Penobscot
Area Rivers
Penobscot
Snowpack Depths
Penobscot
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Penobscot
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mattawamkeag Wilderness Park | None | 386 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.