addressing climate change adaptation in regional transportation plans

North RegionCounties: Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, TrinityFive Largest Cities (CDOF, 2011): Redding (90,250); Susanville (17,554);Shasta Lake (10,125); Anderson (10,125); Yreka (7,775)Total 2010 PopulationNorth280,490RegionLassen 34,895Modoc 9,686Shasta 177,223Siskiyou 44,900Trinity 13,786[U.S. Census Bureau, 2010]The North region is an inland region that issparsely settled (280,000+ people), with theexception of the city of Redding (90,000+ people). The region is characterized byrugged mountains and thick forests in the west. The mountain ranges result in aseries of microclimates and distinct ecosystems. To the east, the Modoc Plateausupports high desert ecosystems and associated species. The prominent featuresinclude Mt. Shasta and Shasta Dam. Major economic activities include tourism andtimber.Climate-change impacts that jurisdictions in the North region should considerevaluating include the following:• Increased wildfire• Reduced snowpack• Ecosystem shifts and non-native species• Flooding• Economic impact (timber, tourism, grazing)• Reduced public health due to air pollution (especially for elderly)PAGE 21APG: UNDERSTANDING REGIONAL CHARACTERISTICS