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Eagle-Creek
Eden Index
Climate
9.4
•
Recreation
5.2
•
Community
1.3
•
Safeguard
5.9/10
Eagle Creek is a small community located in Clackamas County, Oregon that is home to one of the most popular hiking trails in the state, the Eagle Creek Trail. The area experiences a moderate climate with warm summers and cool winters, with an average annual rainfall of 60 inches. The Eagle Creek watershed is a vital source of drinking water for the Portland metropolitan area and is known for its clear and cold water, which supports a variety of fish species including steelhead and coho salmon. The area offers a range of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, camping, fishing, and kayaking, as well as stunning waterfalls and scenic views of the Columbia River Gorge.
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): 9.4
Eagle-Creek receives approximately
1377mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 68%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Eagle-Creek has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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
Willamette
Area Rivers
Willamette
Snowpack Depths
Willamette
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Willamette
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Park | 102 | 220 ft | |||
| Metzler Park | 75 | 672 ft | |||
| Dougan Falls- State Forest | 7 | 692 ft | |||
| Oxbow Regional Park | None | 137 ft | |||
| Promontory Park | None | 700 ft | |||
| Lazy Bend | 21 | 746 ft | |||
| McIver State Park | None | 494 ft | |||
| Feyrer Park | 20 | 373 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): 1.3
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.