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Creede
Eden Index
Climate
5.9
•
Recreation
7.0
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Creede, Colorado is a small town located in southwestern Colorado in the San Juan Mountains. The town is characterized by a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The town is situated near the headwaters of the Rio Grande River, which provides a vital source of water for the area. The river is fed by snowmelt from the surrounding mountains, and is an important source of hydrology for the region. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Creede include hiking, fishing, camping, and skiing during the winter months. The town is home to several popular hiking trails, including the Wheeler Geologic Area and the Continental Divide Trail. Additionally, the Rio Grande River provides excellent fishing opportunities for trout and other fish species.
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): 5.9
Creede receives approximately
1011mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 52%
and air temperatures averaging around
1°C.
Creede 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
Rio Grande Headwaters
Area Rivers
Rio Grande Headwaters
Snowpack Depths
Rio Grande Headwaters
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Rio Grande Headwaters
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 7.0
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 Meadows | 61 | 9,280 ft | |||
| North Clear Creek | 25 | 9,555 ft | |||
| West Fork | 28 | 7,864 ft | |||
| Wolf Creek | 26 | 7,834 ft | |||
| East Fork | 26 | 7,758 ft | |||
| Hidden Valley | 4 | 9,669 ft | |||
| Cebolla | 21 | 9,314 ft | |||
| Spruce | 9 | 9,333 ft | |||
| Blanco River | 6 | 7,242 ft | |||
| Tucker Ponds | 16 | 9,678 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.