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Galt
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
3.7
•
Safeguard
5.6/10
Galt, California is a small city located in Sacramento County, with a population of approximately 26,000 residents. The climate in Galt is Mediterranean, with hot summers and mild winters. The area is known for its agricultural production, particularly wine grapes, almonds, and walnuts. The hydrology constituents in Galt are heavily influenced by the Cosumnes River and its tributaries. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include hiking and biking trails, fishing in the Cosumnes River, and visits to nearby nature reserves such as the Cosumnes River Preserve and the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Overall, Galt offers a peaceful and scenic environment for those seeking a small town atmosphere with easy access to outdoor activities.
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): 9.5
Galt receives approximately
488mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 58%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Galt 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
San Joaquin
Area Rivers
San Joaquin
Snowpack Depths
San Joaquin
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Joaquin
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Seco Rec Area | None | 252 ft | |||
| Sharpe RV Military | None | 26 ft | |||
| Westgate Landing Regional Park | 14 | -12 ft | |||
| Cal Expo RV Park | None | 26 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): 3.7
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.