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Silver-Lake
Eden Index
Climate
7.4
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Silver Lake is a small town located in south-central Oregon, known for its picturesque landscapes and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The climate in Silver Lake is typically characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Summers are dry and sunny, with average temperatures reaching the mid-80s Fahrenheit, while winters experience colder temperatures, often dropping below freezing. The region receives about 13 inches of precipitation annually, predominantly in the form of winter snowfall.
Hydrologically, Silver Lake is surrounded by various bodies of water, including the namesake Silver Lake, which offers excellent fishing opportunities for trout and bass. Additionally, the area is known for its numerous rivers and streams, providing opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find a multitude of recreational opportunities in Silver Lake. The nearby Fremont-Winema National Forest offers miles of hiking and biking trails, as well as camping and wildlife viewing. The area is also popular for hunting, with an abundance of deer, elk, and waterfowl. In winter, visitors can enjoy activities such as snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the surrounding snow-covered 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): 7.4
Silver-Lake receives approximately
264mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Silver-Lake 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
Oregon Closed Basins
Area Rivers
Oregon Closed Basins
Snowpack Depths
Oregon Closed Basins
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Oregon Closed Basins
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin Lake | 8 | 4,547 ft | |||
| East Bay | 22 | 5,002 ft | |||
| Thompson Reservoir | 21 | 4,961 ft | |||
| Silver Creek Marsh | 24 | 4,787 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.