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Talent
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
4.8
•
Community
2.6
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Talent, Oregon is a small town located in the Rogue Valley region of Southern Oregon. The town enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Summers in Talent are typically sunny with temperatures averaging in the high 80s Fahrenheit (around 30 degrees Celsius), while winters are cooler and prone to rain showers with temperatures ranging from the 30s to 50s Fahrenheit (around 0 to 10 degrees Celsius). The area's hydrology is mainly influenced by the nearby Bear Creek, which runs through Talent and provides a source of water for the community.
Talent is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, offering residents and visitors various outdoor recreation opportunities. The nearby Rogue River is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and rafting, providing stunning scenery and opportunities for wildlife viewing. The nearby Cascade and Siskiyou mountain ranges offer numerous trails for hiking, biking, and camping, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to explore the region's diverse flora and fauna. Additionally, Talent is known for its vineyards and wineries, providing visitors with the chance to indulge in wine tasting and scenic vineyard tours. With its pleasant climate and abundance of outdoor activities, Talent is a great destination for nature lovers and those seeking adventure.
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): 7.8
Talent receives approximately
523mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Talent has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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): 4.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Ashland | 9 | 6,704 ft | |||
| Tree Of Heaven | 36 | 2,071 ft | |||
| Mount Ashland | 9 | 6,499 ft | |||
| Emigrant Lake - Point Park | None | 2,160 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): 2.6
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.