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Fort-Washakie
Eden Index
Climate
6.8
•
Recreation
5.3
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.5/10
Fort Washakie is a small town located in Fremont County, Wyoming. The climate in Fort Washakie is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 9 inches of precipitation per year, mostly in the form of snow. The Wind River runs through the town and is a popular spot for fishing and kayaking. The water quality of the Wind River is monitored for hydrology constituents such as pH, dissolved oxygen, and nutrients. The surrounding Wind River Mountains offer ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, camping, and rock climbing. Additionally, the town is adjacent to the Wind River Indian Reservation, which provides opportunities to learn about the culture and history of the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho tribes.
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): 6.8
Fort-Washakie receives approximately
304mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
Fort-Washakie has a plant hardyness factor of
4, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
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
Big Horn
Area Rivers
Big Horn
Snowpack Depths
Big Horn
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Big Horn
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City | 16 | 8,106 ft | |||
| Worthen Meadows | 28 | 8,841 ft | |||
| Sinks Canyon | 14 | 6,891 ft | |||
| Big Atlantic Gulch | 10 | 8,043 ft | |||
| Sinks Canyon State Park | 30 | 6,475 ft | |||
| Louis Lake | 9 | 8,577 ft | |||
| Lander City Park | 20 | 5,400 ft | |||
| Little Popo Agie | 4 | 8,786 ft | |||
| Fiddlers Lake | 20 | 9,417 ft | |||
| Dickinson Creek | 15 | 9,360 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.