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Alvord
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
5.7
•
Community
2.9
•
Safeguard
6.0/10
Alvord is a small city located in Wise County, Texas, with a population of approximately 1,500 people. The climate in Alvord is characterized by hot, humid summers and cool winters with occasional snowfall. The city is situated in the Trinity River Basin, which provides a significant source of water for the area. Hydrological constituents of the area include the Trinity River, Lake Bridgeport, and several creeks and tributaries. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Alvord include fishing, boating, and hiking at Lake Bridgeport, which covers over 12,000 acres and has numerous campgrounds and picnic areas. The city also has several parks and nature preserves, including the LBJ National Grasslands and the Black Creek Lake Park.
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): 8.3
Alvord receives approximately
899mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Alvord has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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
Upper Trinity
Area Rivers
Upper Trinity
Snowpack Depths
Upper Trinity
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Trinity
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boone Park - Lake Nocona | None | 844 ft | |||
| Black Creek Lake | 24 | 947 ft | |||
| Dinosaur Valley State Park | 46 | 710 ft | |||
| Hunter Park - Lake Granbury | None | 699 ft | |||
| Tadra Point | 23 | 918 ft | |||
| Thorp Spring - Lake Granbury | None | 698 ft | |||
| Pelham City Park | 10 | 1,098 ft | |||
| Meridian State Park | 15 | 1,010 ft | |||
| Selma City Park - Lake Amon Carter | 21 | 920 ft | |||
| Wise County Park | 24 | 894 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): 2.9
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.