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Mount-Pleasant
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
7.1
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
6.4/10
Mount Pleasant is a picturesque town nestled in central Utah's Sanpete Valley. With its mild climate and stunning natural landscapes, it offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. The region experiences a semi-arid climate, characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Summers are generally dry with temperatures averaging in the high 80s°F, while winters are cold with temperatures often dropping below freezing.
Hydrologically, Mount Pleasant is influenced by the nearby Wasatch Mountain Range. Several small creeks and streams flow through the area, including the West Creek and the Big Spring Creek. These water sources provide important irrigation for agricultural activities in the region.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a wide range of recreational activities in Mount Pleasant. The nearby mountains offer opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. The area's rivers and reservoirs are ideal for fishing, boating, and swimming. In winter, residents and visitors can enjoy snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and skiing in the nearby mountains. The beautiful landscapes and diverse climate make Mount Pleasant a perfect destination for those seeking outdoor adventures.
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): 8.0
Mount-Pleasant receives approximately
402mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 56%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Mount-Pleasant has a plant hardyness factor of
6, 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
Escalante Desert-Sevier Lake
Area Rivers
Escalante Desert-Sevier Lake
Snowpack Depths
Escalante Desert-Sevier Lake
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Escalante Desert-Sevier Lake
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 7.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manti | 8 | 7,514 ft | |||
| Spring City | 12 | 7,436 ft | |||
| Lake Hill | 10 | 8,441 ft | |||
| Lake Canyon Rec Area | 47 | 8,845 ft | |||
| Twelve Mile Flat | 14 | 10,129 ft | |||
| Flat Canyon | 12 | 8,902 ft | |||
| Ferron Reservoir | 24 | 9,485 ft | |||
| Joes Valley - Seely | 48 | 7,109 ft | |||
| Upper Six Mile Ponds | 5 | 8,966 ft | |||
| Potters Pond | 19 | 9,022 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): 2.8
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.