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Brothers
Eden Index
Climate
7.0
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Recreation
•
Community
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Safeguard
2.8/10
Brothers, Oregon is a small town located in central Oregon with a population of around 300 people. The climate in Brothers is classified as a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold winters, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-20s in the winter to the mid-80s in the summer. The town is situated near several rivers, including the Crooked River and the Deschutes River, which provide opportunities for fishing and other water-related activities. Hiking and camping are popular outdoor recreation opportunities in the area, with nearby destinations such as the Smith Rock State Park and the Ochoco National Forest offering scenic trails and campsites. The hydrology constituents in the area include groundwater and surface water from nearby rivers, with some portions of the town relying on wells for their water supply.
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): 7.0
Brothers receives approximately
240mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Brothers has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
Deschutes
Area Rivers
Deschutes
Snowpack Depths
Deschutes
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Deschutes
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasper Point - Prineville Reservoir State Park | 30 | 3,276 ft | |||
| Antelope Reservoir | 44 | 5,053 ft | |||
| Main - Prineville Reservoir State Park | 22 | 3,274 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):
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.