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Soil

Clay loam soils on the elevated plateau above the Beaver River. Drainage is better on the elevated sections than in the river valley towns, but compaction from years without aeration is still the most common concern. Some hillside edges show shallow topsoil over dense clay or shale.

Turf

Tall fescue dominates most residential lots, particularly on properties established in the latter half of the 20th century. Some older properties have Kentucky bluegrass or mixed stands from earlier seedings. The borough's elevated position above the Beaver River means turf on exposed slopes can stress in dry summer periods.

Climate

The elevated position above the river valley means slightly cooler average temperatures than the riverside boroughs. First frost mid-October; green-up typically mid-April. Wind exposure on the plateau is more significant than in the sheltered river valley sections.