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West-Jordan
Eden Index
Climate
9.3
•
Recreation
3.5
•
Community
3.0
•
Safeguard
5.7/10
West Jordan is a city located in the Salt Lake Valley of Utah, United States. It experiences a semi-arid climate characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Summers are typically hot and dry, with temperatures often reaching highs in the 90s°F (32°C). Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures dropping below freezing and average snowfall of around 40 inches per year.
Hydrologically, West Jordan benefits from the Jordan River, which runs through the western part of the city. The river provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Additionally, the Oquirrh Mountains to the west of the city offer beautiful hiking and biking trails, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
West Jordan is home to several parks and recreation facilities, including Veterans Memorial Park and Ron Wood Park, providing opportunities for sports such as baseball, soccer, and basketball. The city also has golf courses and open spaces for picnicking and family gatherings. With its diverse outdoor recreation options, West Jordan offers residents and visitors ample opportunities to enjoy nature and stay active.
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): 9.3
West-Jordan receives approximately
427mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 63%
and air temperatures averaging around
11°C.
West-Jordan has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-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
Jordan
Area Rivers
Jordan
Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fivemile Pass OHV Dispersed | None | 5,314 ft | |||
| Willow Park - Lehi | None | 4,493 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): 3.0
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.