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Copperopolis
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
6.5
•
Community
1.2
•
Safeguard
6.5/10
Copperopolis is a small town located in Calaveras County, California. The climate in Copperopolis is Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and mild winters. The town is located near Lake Tulloch, which is a popular destination for outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, and swimming. The hydrology constituents of Copperopolis are primarily related to the lake and the surrounding watershed. The lake is fed by the Stanislaus River and is also used for hydroelectricity generation. The town also has several parks and hiking trails, including the Copperopolis Town Square and the Copperopolis Trail System, which offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and enjoying the natural beauty of the area.
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): 9.7
Copperopolis receives approximately
590mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 60%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Copperopolis has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
San Joaquin
Area Rivers
San Joaquin
Snowpack Depths
San Joaquin
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Joaquin
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuttletown Rec Area - Chamise | 60 | 1,265 ft | |||
| Ironhorse- Glory Hole Area - New Melones Lake | 90 | 1,050 ft | |||
| Acorn - Tuttletown Area - New Melones Lake | 69 | 1,050 ft | |||
| Acorn - New Hogan Lake | None | 699 ft | |||
| Chamise - Tuttletown Area - New Melones Lake | 36 | 1,089 ft | |||
| Frogtown RV Park | None | 1,544 ft | |||
| Big Oak - Glory Hole Area - New Melones Lake | 55 | 1,050 ft | |||
| Oak Knoll - New Hogan Lake | None | 716 ft | |||
| Manzanita - Tuttletown Area - New Melones Lake | 60 | 1,179 ft | |||
| Gloryhole Rec Area- Ironhorse - USBR | 300 | 1,172 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): 1.2
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.