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Powers
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
8.2
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
6.1/10
Powers, Oregon is a small town located in the southwestern part of the state, nestled amidst the stunning natural beauty of Coos County. The town experiences a mild climate with warm summers and cool, moist winters. Summers are characterized by temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to low 80s Fahrenheit, while winters tend to be mild with temperatures hovering around the 50s. Rainfall is abundant throughout the year, contributing to the lush greenery and scenic landscapes that surround the area.
Powers is blessed with an abundance of hydrology constituents, thanks to its proximity to the South Fork Coquille River and various smaller streams. This makes it a haven for fishing enthusiasts, who can expect to find an array of fish species such as steelhead, salmon, and trout.
Outdoor recreation opportunities are plentiful in Powers. The nearby Siskiyou National Forest offers miles of hiking and biking trails, allowing visitors to explore the region's diverse flora and fauna. The Coquille River Falls, located just outside of town, provides a picturesque setting for picnicking and swimming during the warmer months. Additionally, the surrounding forests are ideal for camping, hunting, and birdwatching, providing ample opportunities for nature lovers to immerse themselves in the great outdoors.
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): 7.3
Powers receives approximately
1515mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Powers has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Southern Oregon Coastal
Area Rivers
Southern Oregon Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Southern Oregon Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southern Oregon Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 8.2
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Quosatana | 43 | 78 ft | |||
Grassy Flats | 5 | 4,468 ft | |||
Foster Bar | 41 | 197 ft | |||
Island Camp | 5 | 972 ft | |||
Sru Lake | 9 | 2,286 ft | |||
Illahe | 12 | 295 ft | |||
Butler Bar | 7 | 636 ft | |||
Oak Flat /Gravel Bar | 31 | 301 ft | |||
Tucker Flat | None | 580 ft | |||
Laird Lake | 4 | 1,861 ft |
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): 1.0
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.