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East-Los-Angeles
Eden Index
Climate
9.2
•
Recreation
6.0
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
East Los Angeles is located in Los Angeles County, California, and has a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. The area is prone to drought and wildfires due to its arid climate. Hydrology constituents include the Los Angeles River, which has undergone significant restoration efforts in recent years. Outdoor recreation opportunities in East Los Angeles include hiking and biking in nearby parks, such as Griffith Park and Elysian Park, as well as visiting cultural attractions like the Mexican-American Museum and the Vincent Price Art Museum. The area also offers a variety of food and shopping experiences, with a strong emphasis on Mexican cuisine and culture.
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
East-Los-Angeles receives approximately
395mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 58%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
East-Los-Angeles 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): 6.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Alamitos Army Military | None | 25 ft | |||
| Gould Mesa | 7 | 1,418 ft | |||
| Devore | 6 | 2,914 ft | |||
| Oakwilde | 7 | 1,831 ft | |||
| Bolsa Chica State Beach | 57 | 12 ft | |||
| Seabreeze at Seal Beach Military | None | 15 ft | |||
| Millard | 5 | 1,980 ft | |||
| Chilao | 111 | 5,333 ft | |||
| Glenn Camp | 8 | 2,095 ft | |||
| Sunset Vista RV Park | None | 19 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): 1.9
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.