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Tensed
Eden Index
Climate
8.6
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
0.6
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Tensed, Idaho is a small town located in Benewah County, in the northwestern part of the state. The climate in Tensed is characterized by warm summers and cold winters. Average high temperatures in the summer months can reach the mid-80s°F (around 30°C), while winter temperatures often drop below freezing, with average lows in the mid-20s°F (-4°C). Precipitation is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, with slightly higher rainfall during the spring and fall.
The hydrology of Tensed is influenced by nearby rivers and lakes. The nearby St. Maries River and the Coeur d'Alene River flow through the region, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. The area also contains several smaller lakes, including Benewah Lake and Chatcolet Lake, which are popular for fishing and kayaking.
Outdoor enthusiasts visiting Tensed can enjoy hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing in the surrounding natural areas. The nearby Heyburn State Park is the oldest state park in Idaho and offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking trails, picnic areas, and swimming beaches. The area is also known for its abundant wildlife, making it a great destination for birdwatching and photography.
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): 8.6
Tensed receives approximately
636mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
8°C.
Tensed 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
Spokane
Area Rivers
Spokane
Snowpack Depths
Spokane
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Spokane
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.2
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.
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): 0.6
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.