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Colorado-Springs
Eden Index
Climate
8.6
•
Recreation
8.2
•
Community
2.7
•
Safeguard
7.0/10
Colorado Springs, located at the eastern foot of the Rocky Mountains, has a semi-arid climate with four distinct seasons. The average temperature in the summer months is around 80°F, while the winter months see an average temperature of 35°F. The city is situated in the Arkansas River basin, with Fountain Creek being the main water source. Due to the area's semi-arid climate, water conservation is a significant concern for the city. Colorado Springs offers numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking at Garden of the Gods Park, exploring Pikes Peak, and skiing in nearby resorts like Breckenridge or Keystone. The city also has a thriving mountain biking community, with trails for all levels of experience.
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): 8.6
Colorado-Springs receives approximately
423mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 58%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Colorado-Springs has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
Upper Arkansas
Area Rivers
Upper Arkansas
Snowpack Depths
Upper Arkansas
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Arkansas
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 8.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Creek Military - Fort Carson | None | 6,346 ft | |||
| Thunder Ridge | 21 | 9,216 ft | |||
| Springdale | 13 | 9,304 ft | |||
| Juniper Breaks - Lake Pueblo State Park | None | 4,915 ft | |||
| Arkansas Point - Lake Pueblo State Park | None | 4,939 ft | |||
| Meadow Ridge | 19 | 9,177 ft | |||
| Cheyenne Mountain State Park | 61 | 5,931 ft | |||
| Farish Military - USAF Academy | None | 9,083 ft | |||
| Wye | 21 | 9,773 ft | |||
| Peregrine Pines Military - USAF Academy | None | 6,631 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): 2.7
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.