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Columbia-City
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Columbia City is a small city in Columbia County, Oregon, located along the Columbia River. Its climate is generally mild with warm summers and cool winters, with average temperatures ranging from the high 30s to low 80s. The city is situated near the confluence of the Columbia and St. Helens rivers, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and kayaking. The hydrology constituents in the area include the Columbia River and its tributaries, which are monitored for water quality and aquatic life. Outdoor recreation opportunities also include hiking in nearby parks and forests, such as the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and the Tillamook State Forest, which offer a variety of trails and scenic views.
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): 8.2
Columbia-City receives approximately
1152mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Columbia-City 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
Lower Columbia
Area Rivers
Lower Columbia
Snowpack Depths
Lower Columbia
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Columbia
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Point State Park | 80 | 176 ft | |||
| Hudson - Parcher County Park | None | 498 ft | |||
| Louis Rasmussen RV Park | None | 32 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): 2.8
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.