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Downey
Eden Index
Climate
9.2
•
Recreation
3.9
•
Community
2.6
•
Safeguard
5.7/10
Downey, California, has a warm Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot summers. The city is located within the Los Angeles River watershed and is impacted by urban runoff and stormwater pollution. To combat this, the city has implemented various programs to improve water quality, such as installing low-impact development projects and implementing green streets. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Downey include parks with playgrounds, picnic areas, and sports fields, as well as the nearby San Gabriel Mountains for hiking and camping. The city also has a variety of community events throughout the year, including a farmers market, summer concerts, and cultural festivals.
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): 9.2
Downey receives approximately
377mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 58%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Downey has a plant hardyness factor of
10, 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
Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal
Area Rivers
Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Ventura-San Gabriel Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Vista RV Park | None | 19 ft | |||
| Seabreeze at Seal Beach Military | None | 15 ft | |||
| Oakwilde | 7 | 1,831 ft | |||
| Chilao | 111 | 5,333 ft | |||
| Glenn Camp | 8 | 2,095 ft | |||
| Devore | 6 | 2,914 ft | |||
| Los Alamitos Army Military | None | 25 ft | |||
| Gould Mesa | 7 | 1,418 ft | |||
| Bolsa Chica State Beach | 57 | 12 ft | |||
| Millard | 5 | 1,980 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): 2.6
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.