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Alsea
Eden Index
Climate
8.5
•
Recreation
5.7
•
Community
0.8
•
Safeguard
5.6/10
Alsea is a small town located in Benton County, Oregon, with a population of just over 1,000 people. The town is situated in a temperate rainforest climate with mild temperatures and high precipitation throughout the year. The Alsea River runs through the town, providing ample opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and other water-based activities. The river is also a key contributor to the local hydrology, with water quality closely monitored by state and federal agencies. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, camping, and hunting in the nearby Siuslaw National Forest. Overall, Alsea offers a peaceful, rural lifestyle with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure.
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): 8.5
Alsea receives approximately
1714mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Alsea has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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
Northern Oregon Coastal
Area Rivers
Northern Oregon Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Northern Oregon Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northern Oregon Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archie Knowles | 9 | 160 ft | |||
| Blackberry | 36 | 93 ft | |||
| Marys Peak | 6 | 3,549 ft | |||
| Whittaker Creek | None | 327 ft | |||
| Upper Lake Creek | None | 790 ft | |||
| Hult Pond - Dispersed | None | 815 ft | |||
| Alsea Falls | None | 791 ft | |||
| Salmonberry County Park Campground | 20 | 211 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): 0.8
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.