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Conconully
Eden Index
Climate
7.6
•
Recreation
9.3
•
Community
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Conconully is a small town located in Okanogan County, Washington. The climate here is classified as continental with hot summers and cold winters. The area receives an average precipitation of 12 inches per year, with most of it falling in the form of snow during the winter months. The town is situated near the Conconully Reservoir and the Okanogan River, making it a prime destination for fishing, boating, and water sports. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy hiking, camping, and hunting in the surrounding forests. The area is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including deer, elk, and black bears. With its stunning natural beauty and abundant recreational opportunities, Conconully is an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
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): 7.6
Conconully receives approximately
434mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 64%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Conconully has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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 Columbia
Area Rivers
Upper Columbia
Snowpack Depths
Upper Columbia
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Columbia
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 9.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forde Lake - WDFW | None | 1,568 ft | |||
| Palmer Lake- State Forest | 6 | 1,160 ft | |||
| Chopaka Lake - State Forest | 16 | 2,956 ft | |||
| Toats Coulee- State Forest | 9 | 2,511 ft | |||
| Conners Lake - WDFW | None | 1,514 ft | |||
| Kerr | 15 | 3,040 ft | |||
| Fish Lake - WDFW | None | 1,826 ft | |||
| Cold Springs- State Forest | 5 | 6,307 ft | |||
| Blue Lake North - WDFW | None | 1,696 ft | |||
| Blue Lake South - WDFW | None | 1,733 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.