-
Snoflo Premium
Get unlimited access to all our content
With no Ad interruptions! - Start Your Free Trial Login with existing account
Grand-Junction
Eden Index
Climate
8.8
•
Recreation
6.9
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
6.5/10
Grand Junction is a city in western Colorado, known for its warm and dry climate. The average temperature is around 60°F with precipitation levels averaging at around 9 inches per year. The region is also known for its hydrology constituents, with the Colorado River flowing through the area and providing a source of water for agriculture and recreation. Specific outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking trails, mountain biking, and skiing at nearby resorts such as Powderhorn Mountain Resort. The area is also known for its wineries and vineyards, offering tours and tastings. With its mild year-round climate and diverse outdoor offerings, Grand Junction is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
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): 8.8
Grand-Junction receives approximately
227mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 56%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Grand-Junction has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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
Colorado Headwaters
Area Rivers
Colorado Headwaters
Snowpack Depths
Colorado Headwaters
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Colorado Headwaters
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Dominguez | 9 | 7,101 ft | |||
| Mud Springs | 14 | 8,525 ft | |||
| North Fruita Desert | 35 | 5,392 ft | |||
| Divide Fork | 11 | 8,746 ft | |||
| Saddlehorn - Colorado National Monument | 80 | 4,685 ft | |||
| Fruita - Colorado River State Park | 45 | 4,484 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): 2.3
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.