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Ames
Eden Index
Climate
6.9
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
2.9
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Ames, Texas is a small town located in Liberty County, known for its humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated near the Trinity River and its tributaries, which provide a source of water for the surrounding area. However, the water quality is often affected by pollutants such as pesticides, herbicides, and bacteria. Despite this, the river allows for fishing and boating opportunities, and nearby Lake Livingston State Park offers camping, hiking, and water sports. The town also has a few local parks and trails for hiking and biking. Overall, Ames is a fairly rural community with limited outdoor recreation opportunities, but its natural surroundings provide some opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
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): 6.9
Ames receives approximately
1504mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 90%
and air temperatures averaging around
21°C.
Ames has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Lower Trinity
Area Rivers
Lower Trinity
Snowpack Depths
Lower Trinity
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Trinity
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Bayou County Park | None | 11 ft | |||
| Alabama - Coushatta Lake Tombigbee | 134 | 278 ft | |||
| White Memorial County Park | 15 | 28 ft | |||
| Hugo Point County Park | None | 28 ft | |||
| McCollum County Park | None | 27 ft | |||
| Dellanera City RV Park | 63 | 6 ft | |||
| Fort Anahuac County Park | None | 20 ft | |||
| James H. Robbins Memorial Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Job Beason County Park | None | 5 ft | |||
| Martin Creek Lake State Park | 93 | 347 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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.