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Prairie-Farm
Eden Index
Climate
6.1
•
Recreation
2.3
•
Community
2.2
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Prairie Farm is a small village located in Barron County, Wisconsin, with a population of approximately 500 residents. The region experiences a continental climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Summers are typically mild and humid, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to low 80s Fahrenheit. Winters, on the other hand, are cold with temperatures often dropping below freezing, and snowfall is common.
The village of Prairie Farm is surrounded by numerous lakes and rivers, making it a haven for water enthusiasts. Lake Montanis and Prairie Lake are two popular bodies of water in the area, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming during the warmer months. The region's hydrology constituents include the Hay River, which flows through the village, providing additional recreational activities like kayaking and canoeing.
Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the nearby Blue Hills, a picturesque range of low, rolling mountains. The Blue Hills offer miles of hiking trails, beautiful vistas, and opportunities for hunting during the appropriate seasons. Overall, Prairie Farm provides residents and visitors with a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities to enjoy throughout the year.
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): 6.1
Prairie-Farm receives approximately
826mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Prairie-Farm 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
Chippewa
Area Rivers
Chippewa
Snowpack Depths
Chippewa
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Chippewa
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waubonsie Trail Park | 7 | 784 ft | |||
| Austin County Park | None | 578 ft | |||
| Lacey - Keosauqua State Park | 113 | 744 ft | |||
| Lake Sugema County Park | None | 741 ft | |||
| Bentonsport | None | 561 ft | |||
| Shelbina Lake City Park | None | 722 ft | |||
| Round Prairie Park | None | 723 ft | |||
| Lakeview Park - Mexico | None | 810 ft | |||
| Sever Lake Conservation Area - MDC | 84 | 736 ft | |||
| Mark Twain State Park | None | 666 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): 2.2
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.