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Waupaca
Eden Index
Climate
6.7
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Waupaca, Wisconsin is a charming city located in Waupaca County. It experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm summers and cold winters. The average temperature in summer ranges from 70°F to 80°F, while winter temperatures drop to an average of 20°F to 30°F. Annual precipitation is around 32 inches, with snowfall occurring from November to April.
Hydrology in Waupaca is dominated by the Waupaca Chain O' Lakes, a series of interconnected lakes encompassing over 700 acres. These lakes provide opportunities for various water-based activities, including boating, fishing, swimming, and kayaking. The lakes are known for their abundant fish species, such as walleye, perch, and bass, attracting anglers throughout the year.
Besides the lakes, Waupaca offers numerous outdoor recreation opportunities. Hartman Creek State Park, located just south of the city, features trails for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. The park also offers camping facilities and allows for swimming and fishing in its lakes. Additionally, the Waupaca River provides opportunities for canoeing and tubing, while the surrounding forests and parks offer scenic beauty and wildlife observation for nature enthusiasts.
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): 6.7
Waupaca receives approximately
840mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Waupaca 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
Fox
Area Rivers
Fox
Snowpack Depths
Fox
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Fox
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airey Lake | None | 170 ft | |||
| Janice Rec.Area | 7 | 116 ft | |||
| Moodys Landing | 7 | 135 ft | |||
| Big Biloxi Rec Area | 31 | 50 ft | |||
| Lake Perry | 20 | 157 ft | |||
| Shields RV Military - Gulfport NCB | None | 26 ft | |||
| Cypress Creek Landing | 17 | 103 ft | |||
| Keesler AFB Military | 52 | 22 ft | |||
| Flint Creek Waterpark | 156 | 246 ft | |||
| Fairley Bridge Landing | 6 | 88 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): 1.9
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.