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Elk-Creek
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
2.9
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Elk Creek, California is a small agricultural town located in Glenn County. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and mild winters. The hydrology constituents of the area are largely dominated by the Sacramento River, which flows through the region and provides water for local agriculture. There are also several smaller creeks and streams in the area. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Elk Creek include hunting, fishing, and hiking in the nearby Mendocino National Forest. The area is known for its excellent hunting of deer, wild pigs, and waterfowl, as well as fishing for salmon and trout in the Sacramento River.
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): 9.7
Elk-Creek receives approximately
580mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 63%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Elk-Creek has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Lower Sacramento
Area Rivers
Lower Sacramento
Snowpack Depths
Lower Sacramento
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Sacramento
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Prong | 6 | 5,992 ft | |||
| Saddle Camp Loop | 9 | 4,522 ft | |||
| Stirrup - Letts Lake | 28 | 4,378 ft | |||
| Davis Flat | 29 | 1,641 ft | |||
| Cedar Camp | 6 | 4,262 ft | |||
| Fouts | 11 | 1,611 ft | |||
| Kingsley Glade | 6 | 4,469 ft | |||
| Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - USBR | None | 868 ft | |||
| Spillway - Letts Lake | 9 | 4,496 ft | |||
| Whitlock | 5 | 4,281 ft | |||
| Little Stony | 13 | 1,461 ft | |||
| Dixie Glade Horse Camp | 7 | 3,043 ft | |||
| Mill Valley | 15 | 4,086 ft | |||
| Sugarfoot | 5 | 3,735 ft | |||
| East Park Reservoir - USBR | None | 1,220 ft | |||
| Buckhorn - Black Butte Lake | 65 | 484 ft | |||
| Main Letts | 18 | 4,546 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.