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Lyman
Eden Index
Climate
6.5
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.0/10
Lyman, Wyoming is a small town located in Uinta County, in the southwestern part of the state. The town experiences a semi-arid climate with cold winters and warm summers. Average temperatures range from 17°F (-8°C) in January to 78°F (26°C) in July. Lyman receives around 12 inches of precipitation annually, with most of it occurring during the spring and summer months.
The town is situated near the Blacks Fork River, a tributary of the Green River. The hydrology constituents in this region consist of snowmelt from the nearby Uinta Mountains, which contributes to the flow of the rivers and streams in the area. These water bodies provide opportunities for fishing and boating enthusiasts.
Outdoor recreation is abundant in Lyman and its surrounding areas. The Uinta Mountains offer numerous hiking and camping opportunities, with trails leading to stunning alpine lakes and breathtaking vistas. The nearby Bridger-Teton National Forest provides additional recreational activities such as hunting, wildlife viewing, and off-road vehicle trails. Additionally, fishing enthusiasts can enjoy casting a line in the various rivers and streams that meander through the picturesque Wyoming landscape.
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): 6.5
Lyman receives approximately
221mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 65%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Lyman 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
Upper Green
Area Rivers
Upper Green
Snowpack Depths
Upper Green
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Green
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kemmerer Tent Park | 5 | 6,922 ft | |||
| Stateline | 41 | 9,223 ft | |||
| Meeks Cabin | 29 | 8,696 ft | |||
| Bridger Lake | 30 | 9,355 ft | |||
| China Meadows | 9 | 9,392 ft | |||
| Marsh Lake | 46 | 9,365 ft |
Nearby Fishing
Nearby Ski Areas
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.