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Franktown
Eden Index
Climate
8.5
•
Recreation
3.9
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Franktown, Colorado is located in Douglas County, approximately 35 miles southeast of Denver. The climate in Franktown is typical of the semi-arid Great Plains region with warm summers and cold winters. The area is dominated by grasslands, shrubs, and forests. Franktown is home to several tributaries to the Cherry Creek and Plum Creek watersheds, which provide important sources of water for the area. Outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking and biking trails, fishing, hunting, and camping. The nearby Castlewood Canyon State Park offers spectacular views of the Front Range, a variety of hiking trails, and rock climbing opportunities. The Franktown Annual Community Garage Sale is a popular event that draws visitors from across the region.
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): 8.5
Franktown receives approximately
465mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 56%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Franktown has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
South Platte
Area Rivers
South Platte
Snowpack Depths
South Platte
Reservoir Storage Capacity
South Platte
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peregrine Pines Military - USAF Academy | None | 6,631 ft | |||
| Wye | 21 | 9,773 ft | |||
| Turkey Creek Military - Fort Carson | None | 6,346 ft | |||
| Cheyenne Mountain State Park | 61 | 5,931 ft | |||
| Cherry Creek State Park | 102 | 5,646 ft | |||
| Casey Jones Park | 15 | 6,522 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): 1.5
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.