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Irwin
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
4.6
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Irwin, Idaho is a small town nestled in the mountains near the eastern border of the state. The climate is characterized by cold winters and mild summers, with an average temperature of 35 degrees Fahrenheit in January and 75 degrees Fahrenheit in July. The town is situated near several bodies of water, including the South Fork of the Snake River and Palisades Reservoir, which provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based recreation. The area is also home to several hiking trails, including the popular Palisades Creek Trail, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and canyons. Visitors can also enjoy camping, hunting, and wildlife viewing in the nearby Caribou-Targhee National Forest.
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): 7.5
Irwin receives approximately
539mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 68%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Irwin has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gravel Creek | 12 | 6,627 ft | |||
| McCoy Creek | 17 | 5,692 ft | |||
| Tincup | 5 | 5,847 ft | |||
| Calamity | 41 | 5,659 ft | |||
| Blowout | 15 | 5,691 ft | |||
| Mill Canyon | 10 | 6,751 ft | |||
| Pine Bar | 6 | 6,308 ft | |||
| Riverside Park | 22 | 5,400 ft | |||
| Alpine | 16 | 5,687 ft | |||
| Big Elk | 15 | 5,661 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):
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.