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Wamsutter
Eden Index
Climate
6.2
•
Recreation
•
Community
•
Safeguard
2.5/10
Wamsutter is a small town located in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. Situated in the heart of the Great Divide Basin, the town experiences a semi-arid climate characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Temperatures often soar above 90°F (32°C) in summer while dropping below freezing in winter. Precipitation is relatively low, with an average annual rainfall of around 7 inches (18 cm).
Being in close proximity to the Red Desert, Wamsutter benefits from several hydrology constituents. The town's primary water source is the Wamsutter Municipal Reservoir, which is fed by local springs and snowmelt from the surrounding mountains. The reservoir provides water for both residential and agricultural use.
Outdoor enthusiasts visiting Wamsutter can enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities. The nearby Red Desert is a treasure trove for nature lovers, offering activities such as hiking, camping, bird-watching, and wildlife viewing. The Killpecker Sand Dunes, located just east of town, provide a unique landscape for off-roading and sandboarding. Fishing enthusiasts can explore the nearby Green River, known for its abundance of trout and other fish species. Wamsutter also has a golf course and a community park for residents and visitors to 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): 6.2
Wamsutter receives approximately
179mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 68%
and air temperatures averaging around
6°C.
Wamsutter has a plant hardyness factor of
4, 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
Great Divide Closed Basin
Area Rivers
Great Divide Closed Basin
Snowpack Depths
Great Divide Closed Basin
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Great Divide Closed Basin
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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):
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.