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Death-Valley
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Death Valley is a desert valley located in Eastern California, USA. It is one of the hottest and driest areas in North America, with temperatures reaching up to 134°F. The valley has a desert climate with very little rainfall, averaging only 2 inches per year. The hydrology of the valley includes salt pans and seasonal streams. The valley has unique geological formations such as Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America, and the Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and exploring the unique desert landscape.
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): 8.1
Death-Valley receives approximately
133mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 36%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Death-Valley 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
Northern Mojave
Area Rivers
Northern Mojave
Snowpack Depths
Northern Mojave
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northern Mojave
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahogany Flat - Death Valley National Park | 10 | 8,106 ft | |||
| Thorndike - Death Valley National Park | 6 | 7,482 ft | |||
| Trona Pinnacles | None | 1,763 ft | |||
| Wildrose - Death Valley National Park | 23 | 4,197 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.