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Burnt-Ranch
Eden Index
Climate
9.2
•
Recreation
1.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Burnt Ranch is a small community in Trinity County, California, located along the Trinity River. The climate in Burnt Ranch is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild winters. The hydrology in the area is heavily influenced by the Trinity River, with the river providing a source of water for both human consumption and agriculture. Burnt Ranch is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, with opportunities for fishing, swimming, and kayaking on the Trinity River. Additionally, the area is home to several hiking trails and is surrounded by national forests, providing ample opportunities for camping and exploring the great outdoors.
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): 9.2
Burnt-Ranch receives approximately
1409mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Burnt-Ranch has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Klamath
Area Rivers
Klamath
Snowpack Depths
Klamath
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Klamath
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.5
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hayden Flat | 35 | 1,091 ft | |||
Denny | 5 | 1,389 ft | |||
Burnt Ranch | 16 | 1,237 ft | |||
Grays Falls | 33 | 949 ft | |||
Slide Creek | 5 | 1,207 ft | |||
Big Bar | 35 | 1,229 ft | |||
Tish Tang | None | 418 ft | |||
Boise Creek | 17 | 861 ft | |||
Big Slide | 15 | 1,224 ft | |||
E - Ne - Nuck | 11 | 369 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.