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Greenview
Eden Index
Climate
9.6
•
Recreation
5.3
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
5.9/10
Greenview is a small town located in Siskiyou County, California. The town has a Mediterranean climate, with dry summers and wet winters. The hydrology constituents of the area are mainly made up of creeks and streams that flow into the Shasta River. The Shasta River is a vital source of water for the town and its surrounding communities. The area offers a range of outdoor recreation opportunities, including camping, hiking, fishing, and hunting. The nearby Klamath National Forest offers miles of trails for hiking and biking, as well as opportunities for boating and fishing on the various lakes and rivers in the area. The town is also located near the Pacific Crest Trail, which runs through the nearby mountains.
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): 9.6
Greenview receives approximately
616mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 73%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Greenview 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
Klamath
Area Rivers
Klamath
Snowpack Depths
Klamath
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Klamath
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mule Bridge - horse | 4 | 2,841 ft | |||
| Bridge Flat | 4 | 2,251 ft | |||
| Oak Bottom | 26 | 1,517 ft | |||
| Joss - Johnson Park (Etna City Park) | None | 2,964 ft | |||
| Lovers Camp - horse | 8 | 4,157 ft | |||
| Indian Scotty | 44 | 2,514 ft | |||
| Sarah Totten | 23 | 1,535 ft | |||
| Eastfork | 6 | 2,388 ft | |||
| Shadow Creek | 10 | 2,939 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): 0.7
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.