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Tieton
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.5
•
Community
2.1
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Tieton is a small town located in Yakima County, Washington. The region experiences a semi-arid climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters. Summers in Tieton are typically sunny with temperatures reaching the high 80s and sometimes exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cooler, with temperatures averaging in the 30s and occasionally dipping below freezing.
Hydrologically, Tieton is situated close to the Yakima River, which plays a significant role in the area's irrigation and agriculture. The river is dependent on snowmelt from the surrounding Cascade Mountains, ensuring a steady water supply throughout the summer months.
Outdoor enthusiasts visiting Tieton can enjoy various recreational activities. The nearby Tieton River offers fantastic opportunities for white-water rafting, kayaking, and fishing, attracting adventure seekers from all around. Additionally, the surrounding mountains provide excellent hiking trails, camping spots, and wildlife viewing. Tieton is also known for its vibrant arts scene, with numerous galleries and studios showcasing local talent. Overall, Tieton offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts and art lovers alike to explore and enjoy.
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): 8.1
Tieton receives approximately
361mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Tieton 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
Yakima
Area Rivers
Yakima
Snowpack Depths
Yakima
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Yakima
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taneum Junction | 20 | 2,812 ft | |||
| Taneum | 30 | 2,453 ft | |||
| Manastash Camp | 30 | 5,064 ft | |||
| Icewater Creek | 15 | 2,704 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): 2.1
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.