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Lincoln
Eden Index
Climate
9.2
•
Recreation
5.0
•
Community
7.8
•
Safeguard
7.4/10
Located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, Lincoln is a small town known for its scenic beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. The town experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Summers are pleasant, with average temperatures ranging from 70°F to 80°F, while winters can be cold, with temperatures dropping to around 20°F. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 45 inches annually.
Lincoln is blessed with several hydrological constituents such as rivers, brooks, and ponds. The Sudbury River runs along the town's northern border, providing a picturesque setting for activities like fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. The town is also home to Flint's Pond, which offers opportunities for swimming, boating, and picnicking.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find a variety of recreational activities to enjoy in Lincoln. The town has an extensive network of hiking and biking trails, including the popular Lincoln Woods Trail and the Lincoln Land Conservation Trust trails. Nature lovers can explore the scenic beauty of Lincoln Woods, Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Minuteman National Historical Park, which offers historical and cultural insights as well as outdoor activities. With its charming landscapes and outdoor amenities, Lincoln is a fantastic destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape.
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): 9.2
Lincoln receives approximately
1237mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Lincoln has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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): 5.0
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.
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): 7.8
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.