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Elgin
Eden Index
Climate
9.1
•
Recreation
5.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Elgin is a small town located in Santa Cruz County, Arizona, with a population of just over 200 people. The climate in Elgin is typically hot and arid, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-50s in the winter to the mid-90s in the summer. The town is situated in the Sonoita Valley, where hydrology constituents such as the Sonoita Creek and the Santa Cruz River play a significant role in the local ecosystem. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Elgin include hiking and birdwatching in the nearby Coronado National Forest, as well as wine tasting at the numerous vineyards and wineries in the surrounding area.
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): 9.1
Elgin receives approximately
417mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 47%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Elgin 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
San Pedro-Willcox
Area Rivers
San Pedro-Willcox
Snowpack Depths
San Pedro-Willcox
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Pedro-Willcox
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kartchner Caverns State Park | 62 | 4,572 ft | |||
| Apache Flats Military - Fort Huachuca | None | 4,949 ft | |||
| Las Cienegas Dispersed | 6 | 4,605 ft | |||
| Ramsey Vista | 8 | 7,433 ft | |||
| Lakeview | 65 | 5,452 ft | |||
| Garden Canyon Military - Fort Huachuca | None | 4,888 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):
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.