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Diamond-Lake
Eden Index
Climate
6.1
•
Recreation
4.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Diamond Lake, located in southern Oregon, is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The lake is surrounded by the Diamond Peak Wilderness and offers a variety of recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, hiking, and camping. The climate in the area is cool and moist with winter snowfall and mild summer temperatures. The hydrology of the lake is influenced by the surrounding volcanic mountains and the lake is fed by snowmelt and rainfall. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including trout and salmon. The area is also home to many wildlife species such as deer, elk, and black bear. Overall, Diamond Lake offers a picturesque natural setting for outdoor recreation and exploration.
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): 6.1
Diamond-Lake receives approximately
920mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Diamond-Lake 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
Klamath
Area Rivers
Klamath
Snowpack Depths
Klamath
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Klamath
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Creek | 6 | 4,702 ft | |||
| Lost Creek - Crater Lake National Park | 16 | 5,971 ft | |||
| Odell Creek | 22 | 4,799 ft | |||
| Crescent Creek | 10 | 4,490 ft | |||
| East Davis Lake | 39 | 4,397 ft | |||
| Corral Springs | 6 | 4,863 ft | |||
| Cy Bingham County Park | 10 | 4,459 ft | |||
| Digit Point | 64 | 5,662 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.