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Glendale
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
3.9
•
Community
1.8
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Located in the central part of Arizona, Glendale has a hot desert climate characterized by long, hot summers and mild winters. Precipitation is low, with an average of around 9 inches per year. The city's water supply comes from the Salt and Verde Rivers, which are part of the larger Colorado River system. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking and biking in the nearby mountains, as well as fishing and boating in Lake Pleasant Regional Park. The city also has several parks and golf courses, including the prestigious Arrowhead Country Club. Glendale is also known for its sports teams, including the Arizona Cardinals football team and the NHL's Arizona Coyotes.
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): 7.5
Glendale receives approximately
211mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 46%
and air temperatures averaging around
23°C.
Glendale 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
Salt
Area Rivers
Salt
Snowpack Depths
Salt
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Salt
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Pleasant | 150 | 1,830 ft | |||
| Cave Creek Rec Area | 38 | 1,935 ft | |||
| Estrella Mountain Regional Park | 7 | 913 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): 1.8
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.