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Dutch-John
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
9.6
•
Community
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Dutch John, Utah is a small community located in the northeast corner of the state. The climate in Dutch John is characterized by cold winters and warm summers, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-20s in winter to the mid-80s in summer. The area is also known for its hydrology constituents, with the Green River flowing through town and providing opportunities for fishing and boating. Additionally, Dutch John is surrounded by the Ashley National Forest, offering plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. The nearby Flaming Gorge Reservoir also provides opportunities for water-based activities such as swimming, boating, and fishing.
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): 7.4
Dutch-John receives approximately
324mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 69%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Dutch-John 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 Green
Area Rivers
Upper Green
Snowpack Depths
Upper Green
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Green
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 9.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Fleet State Park | 31 | 5,719 ft | |||
| Oaks Park | 11 | 9,277 ft | |||
| Lodgepole | 35 | 8,082 ft | |||
| Steinaker State Park | 29 | 5,560 ft | |||
| Firefighters Memorial - Flaming Gorge | 94 | 6,861 ft | |||
| East Park | 21 | 9,050 ft | |||
| Greendale - Flaming Gorge | 8 | 6,998 ft | |||
| Canyon Rim - Flaming Gorge | 15 | 7,439 ft | |||
| Greens Lake - Flaming Gorge | 20 | 7,467 ft | |||
| Split Mountain - Dinosaur National Monument | 35 | 4,792 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.