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Chester
Eden Index
Climate
9.1
•
Recreation
8.9
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
7.4/10
Chester, California is a small town located in Plumas County, in the northeastern part of the state. The town sits at an elevation of 4,530 feet and has a population of just over 2,000 people. The climate in Chester is classified as subalpine, with cool summers and cold winters. The area receives an average of 46 inches of snowfall each year. The town is situated near Lake Almanor, which is the largest reservoir in Plumas County. The lake is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other water activities. The surrounding forests and mountains provide ample opportunities for hiking, camping, and snow sports during the winter months. The hydrology constituents in the area are largely influenced by the surrounding mountains and forests, with several small creeks and streams flowing through the region.
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): 9.1
Chester receives approximately
862mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 63%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Chester 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
Lower Sacramento
Area Rivers
Lower Sacramento
Snowpack Depths
Lower Sacramento
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Sacramento
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 8.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehorse | 20 | 5,230 ft | |||
| Queen Lily | 12 | 2,456 ft | |||
| Sundew | 19 | 5,217 ft | |||
| Feather River/Rocky Point - Lake Almanor | 131 | 4,535 ft | |||
| Silver Lake (Family ) | 7 | 5,778 ft | |||
| Lower Bucks | 7 | 5,054 ft | |||
| Rocky Point - Feather River | 131 | 4,512 ft | |||
| Gansner Bar | 14 | 2,316 ft | |||
| Deanes Valley | 7 | 4,317 ft | |||
| Hallsted | 20 | 2,790 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): 2.5
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.