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Centralia
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Centralia, Washington is a small city located in Lewis County, with a population of approximately 16,000 people. The city has a mild, temperate climate with average temperatures ranging from 40°F to 70°F throughout the year.
Centralia is located near several bodies of water, including the Chehalis River, Skookumchuck River, and Centralia Lake. These water sources contain important hydrology constituents, including fish and other aquatic organisms.
For outdoor recreation, Centralia boasts several parks and trails, including Fort Borst Park, Riverside Park, and Seminary Hill Natural Area. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, and birdwatching in these areas. Additionally, the city is home to several golf courses, including the Riverside Golf Club and Centralia's Chehalis Valley Golf Course.
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): 8.1
Centralia receives approximately
1210mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 88%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Centralia 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
Washington Coastal
Area Rivers
Washington Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Washington Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Washington Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Valley- State Forest | 7 | 379 ft | |||
| Tenino City Park | None | 287 ft | |||
| Millersylvania State Park | 168 | 219 ft | |||
| Stan Hedwall Park | None | 181 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): 2.4
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.