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Springboro
Eden Index
Climate
7.1
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
1.4
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Springboro, Pennsylvania is a small borough located in Crawford County in the northwestern part of the state. The region experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from the mid-20s (-4°C) in winter to the mid-80s (27°C) in summer, with moderate rainfall throughout the year.
Situated in close proximity to the French Creek, Springboro benefits from abundant hydrology constituents. The creek is a popular attraction for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. Its scenic surroundings also provide great opportunities for nature walks and birdwatching.
Additionally, Springboro is surrounded by several state parks and forests, such as Pymatuning State Park and Erie National Wildlife Refuge. These natural areas provide ample opportunities for hiking, camping, boating, and wildlife observation.
Overall, Springboro offers a pleasant climate with distinct seasons, a diverse hydrological environment, and various outdoor recreation opportunities for residents and visitors 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): 7.1
Springboro receives approximately
1184mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Springboro 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
Eastern Lake Erie
Area Rivers
Eastern Lake Erie
Snowpack Depths
Eastern Lake Erie
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Eastern Lake Erie
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood (Old Park) - Long Point Provincial Park | 80 | 575 ft | |||
| Tomlinson Run State Park | None | 945 ft | |||
| Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park | 331 | 1,017 ft | |||
| Backus Conservation Area | 160 | 651 ft | |||
| Firefly/Monarch - Long Point Provincial Park | 124 | 574 ft | |||
| Shenango | None | 934 ft | |||
| Turtle Dunes - Long Point Provincial Park | 59 | 576 ft | |||
| Tuttle - Pymatuning State Park | 660 | 1,018 ft | |||
| Pymatuning State Park | 375 | 1,049 ft | |||
| Linesville - Pymatuning State Park | 110 | 1,024 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): 1.4
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.