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Downey
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
0.6
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
3.5/10
Downey is a small, rural community located in southeastern Idaho. The climate in Downey is classified as continental, meaning it experiences hot summers and cold winters with moderate precipitation throughout the year. The area is known for its abundant water resources, including the Portneuf River and several nearby reservoirs. Hydrology constituents in the area include nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment, which can have an impact on water quality. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Downey include hiking, fishing, and hunting in the surrounding mountains and forests. The nearby Lava Hot Springs also offer a popular destination for hot springs soaking and swimming.
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): 7.8
Downey receives approximately
465mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 68%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Downey 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
Upper Snake
Area Rivers
Upper Snake
Snowpack Depths
Upper Snake
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Snake
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkins Reservoir Access - IFG | None | 5,178 ft | |||
| Hawkins Reservoir | 10 | 5,133 ft | |||
| Malad Summit | 11 | 6,216 ft | |||
| Dry Canyon | 3 | 6,314 ft | |||
| Goodenough Creek | 13 | 5,446 ft | |||
| Heart Mountain Spring | 4 | 5,225 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): 0.7
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.