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Crawford
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
6.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Crawford is a small town located in Delta County, Colorado, with a population of around 400 people. The climate in Crawford is generally mild with cool nights and warm days during the summer, and cold, snowy winters. The town is surrounded by mountains and forests, and is home to several lakes, including Crawford Reservoir, which offers fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities. The hydrology constituents in Crawford include the North Fork of the Gunnison River, which runs through the town and is a popular spot for kayaking and rafting. Other outdoor recreation opportunities in Crawford include hiking, camping, mountain biking, and hunting. The town is also home to several vineyards and wineries, offering a unique taste of the local flavors.
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
Crawford receives approximately
385mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 58%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Crawford 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
Gunnison
Area Rivers
Gunnison
Snowpack Depths
Gunnison
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Gunnison
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Cimarron | 10 | 8,667 ft | |||
| East Portal - Curecanti National Rec Area | 15 | 6,557 ft | |||
| Beaver Lake | 11 | 8,750 ft | |||
| Ridgway State Park | 283 | 7,062 ft | |||
| Big Blue | 11 | 9,653 ft | |||
| North Rim - Gunnison National Park | 13 | 7,752 ft | |||
| South Rim - Gunnison National Park | 88 | 8,365 ft | |||
| Crawford State Park | 44 | 6,560 ft | |||
| Silver Jack | 60 | 9,117 ft | |||
| Cimarron - Curecanti National Rec Area | 22 | 6,906 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):
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.