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Boise
Eden Index
Climate
9.0
•
Recreation
3.2
•
Community
3.5
•
Safeguard
5.6/10
Boise, Idaho, is a city located in the Pacific Northwest with a population of approximately 230,000. The city experiences a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold winters. The Boise River, which runs through the city, is the primary source of water for the area and is a popular spot for fishing, rafting, and kayaking. The river also provides drinking water for the city and has been the focus of conservation efforts to protect its water quality. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Boise include hiking and biking in the nearby mountains and foothills, skiing at Bogus Basin Ski Resort, and exploring the city's numerous parks, including the Boise River Greenbelt, a 25-mile trail system along the river.
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): 9.0
Boise receives approximately
392mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 64%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Boise 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
Middle Snake-Boise
Area Rivers
Middle Snake-Boise
Snowpack Depths
Middle Snake-Boise
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Snake-Boise
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.2
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.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Falls - Idaho Power | None | 2,331 ft | |||
| Gowen Field Military | None | 2,816 ft | |||
| Shafer Butte | 7 | 6,654 ft | |||
| Montour | 18 | 2,532 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): 3.5
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.