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Butte-Falls
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
4.4
•
Community
0.8
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Butte-Falls, Oregon is a small town located in Jackson County. The climate in Butte-Falls is typically mild with hot summers and cool winters. The town is situated in the Rogue River Basin, which is known for its abundant water resources. The local hydrology constituents include the Rogue River and its tributaries, which provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. Other outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing in nearby areas such as the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. Overall, Butte-Falls provides a scenic and tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
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): 7.8
Butte-Falls receives approximately
960mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Butte-Falls 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
Southern Oregon Coastal
Area Rivers
Southern Oregon Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Southern Oregon Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southern Oregon Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klum Landing - Howard Prairie Lake | 30 | 4,531 ft | |||
| Beaver Dam | 4 | 4,541 ft | |||
| Lily Glen - Howard Prairie Lake | 12 | 4,545 ft | |||
| Daley Creek | 7 | 4,512 ft | |||
| Grizzly - Howard Prairie Lake | 21 | 4,546 ft | |||
| Willow Point - Howard Prairie Lake | 41 | 4,571 ft | |||
| Whiskey Springs | 50 | 3,124 ft | |||
| Fourbit Ford | 7 | 3,212 ft | |||
| Apserkaha Park - Howard Prairie Lake | 9 | 4,606 ft | |||
| Emigrant Lake - Point Park | None | 2,160 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): 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.