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Grangeville
Eden Index
Climate
8.8
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Grangeville, Idaho is a small town located in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. The climate in Grangeville is considered to be continental with cold winters and hot summers. The town is surrounded by several rivers and streams, including the Clearwater River and the Salmon River. The hydrology constituents in the area consist of a mixture of agricultural runoff and natural sedimentation. Grangeville offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing. The town is located near several national forests and parks, including Hells Canyon National Recreational Area and Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest. Grangeville is also home to several annual events, including the Dogwood Festival and the Border Days Rodeo.
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
Grangeville receives approximately
599mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 68%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Grangeville has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
Clearwater
Area Rivers
Clearwater
Snowpack Depths
Clearwater
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Clearwater
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corral Creek | 8 | 4,699 ft | |||
| Hammer Creek | None | 1,465 ft | |||
| Riverfront Park - Kamiah | 12 | 1,187 ft | |||
| North Fork Slate Creek | 5 | 2,848 ft | |||
| North Slate Creek | 6 | 1,590 ft | |||
| Castle Creek | 10 | 2,272 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): 1.5
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.