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Dugway
Eden Index
Climate
8.6
•
Recreation
3.5
•
Community
0.9
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Dugway, Utah is a small town located in the Great Basin Desert region. The area experiences hot summers with temperatures reaching up to 100°F and cold winters with temperatures dropping to as low as 10°F. Hydrology constituents include the Great Salt Lake, which is located approximately 70 miles northwest of Dugway. The area is also home to several smaller bodies of water, such as the Rush Lake and Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, camping, and fishing at these nearby bodies of water. Additionally, the nearby Dugway Proving Ground offers opportunities for hunting, shooting, and off-roading. Overall, Dugway offers a unique outdoor experience for visitors interested in exploring the Great Basin Desert region.
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): 8.6
Dugway receives approximately
323mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 56%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Dugway has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
Great Salt Lake
Area Rivers
Great Salt Lake
Snowpack Depths
Great Salt Lake
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Great Salt Lake
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Narrows | 6 | 6,906 ft | |||
| Grantsville Reservoir | 24 | 5,040 ft | |||
| Loop | 13 | 7,415 ft | |||
| Boy Scout | 7 | 6,511 ft | |||
| Intake | 5 | 6,309 ft | |||
| Clover Springs | 11 | 5,962 ft | |||
| Simpson Springs | 14 | 5,099 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): 0.9
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.