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Frontier
Eden Index
Climate
5.8
•
Recreation
2.1
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
3.7/10
Frontier is a small town located in southeastern Wyoming. The climate in Frontier is typical of the region, with cold winters and warm summers. The town receives an average of 17 inches of precipitation per year, with most of it falling as snow during the winter months. The hydrology constituents in the area include the North Platte River, which runs through the nearby Seminoe Reservoir, and the Medicine Bow River. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Frontier and the surrounding area include hiking, fishing, hunting, and camping. The nearby Seminoe State Park also offers water sports such as boating and water skiing. Overall, Frontier is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore Wyoming's natural beauty.
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): 5.8
Frontier receives approximately
296mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 65%
and air temperatures averaging around
4°C.
Frontier 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
Upper Green
Area Rivers
Upper Green
Snowpack Depths
Upper Green
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Green
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Alice | 9 | 7,764 ft | |||
| Kemmerer Tent Park | 5 | 6,922 ft | |||
| Hams Fork | 13 | 8,003 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): 2.5
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.