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Holladay
Eden Index
Climate
9.4
•
Recreation
6.2
•
Community
3.9
•
Safeguard
6.9/10
Holladay, Utah is a picturesque city located in Salt Lake County, nestled in the picturesque Wasatch Mountains. The climate in Holladay is characterized by hot summers and cold winters, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-80s°F (29°C) in summer to the mid-30s°F (2°C) in winter. The area experiences mild precipitation throughout the year, with occasional snowfalls during winter.
Hydrologically, Holladay benefits from being close to the Jordan River, which runs through the western part of the city. This provides opportunities for residents and visitors to engage in various water activities like fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Additionally, the nearby Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons offer breathtaking mountain streams and lakes, frequented by hikers, campers, and anglers.
Outdoor enthusiasts in Holladay have access to numerous recreational opportunities. The area is surrounded by beautiful hiking and biking trails, including the popular Mount Olympus Trail and Bonneville Shoreline Trail. Holladay's proximity to world-class ski resorts like Snowbird and Alta makes it a perfect destination for winter sports enthusiasts. Overall, Holladay offers a diverse range of outdoor activities for nature lovers, making it an ideal location to enjoy Utah's stunning landscapes.
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): 9.4
Holladay receives approximately
470mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 63%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
Holladay 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
Jordan
Area Rivers
Jordan
Snowpack Depths
Jordan
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Jordan
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timpooneke | 27 | 7,546 ft | |||
| Tanners Flat | 34 | 7,208 ft | |||
| Willow Park - Lehi | None | 4,493 ft | |||
| Granite Flat | 52 | 6,756 ft | |||
| Warnick | 6 | 6,260 ft | |||
| Utah Lake State Park | 71 | 4,491 ft | |||
| Little Mill | 36 | 6,035 ft | |||
| Spruces | 105 | 7,363 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): 3.9
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.