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Flintridge
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
8.7
•
Community
5.2
•
Safeguard
8.2/10
Flintridge, California is a small city located in Los Angeles County. The climate is Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot summers. The city is situated in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, which provide a source of water for the area. The hydrology constituents include the Arroyo Seco watershed and the La Canada Flintridge Country Club watershed. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Flintridge include hiking in the nearby Angeles National Forest, golfing at La Canada Flintridge Country Club, and horseback riding in local parks. The city is also home to the Descanso Gardens, a popular botanical garden and event venue.
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
Flintridge receives approximately
623mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Flintridge 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): 8.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilao | 111 | 5,333 ft | |||
| Monte Cristo | 19 | 3,589 ft | |||
| Oakwilde | 7 | 1,831 ft | |||
| Devore | 6 | 2,914 ft | |||
| Mt. Pacifico | 9 | 7,092 ft | |||
| Millard | 5 | 1,980 ft | |||
| Gould Mesa | 7 | 1,418 ft | |||
| Horse Flats | 25 | 5,639 ft | |||
| Los Alamitos Army Military | None | 25 ft | |||
| Messenger Flats | 10 | 5,793 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): 5.2
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.