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Grizzly-Flats
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
6.0
•
Community
1.2
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Grizzly-Flats, California is a small community located in El Dorado County in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. The climate in Grizzly-Flats is characterized by warm summers and cool winters, with an average temperature of 64°F. The area is known for its abundant water resources, including the Cosumnes River and numerous streams and creeks. This hydrology supports a diverse ecosystem and provides opportunities for outdoor recreation such as fishing, kayaking, and swimming. The region is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, mountain lions, and deer. With its beautiful scenery and outdoor activities, Grizzly-Flats is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and adventurers.
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): 9.7
Grizzly-Flats receives approximately
1210mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 75%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Grizzly-Flats has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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): 6.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Flat | 16 | 5,383 ft | |||
| Sunset | 139 | 4,970 ft | |||
| Jones Fork | 10 | 5,052 ft | |||
| Gerle Creek | 50 | 5,272 ft | |||
| Northwind | 9 | 5,477 ft | |||
| Fashoda | 30 | 4,869 ft | |||
| Ice House | 83 | 5,493 ft | |||
| Strawberry Point | 10 | 5,440 ft | |||
| Wentworth Springs | 8 | 6,153 ft | |||
| West Point | 8 | 4,999 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): 1.2
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.