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Aspermont
Eden Index
Climate
9.4
•
Recreation
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Aspermont is a small town located in Stonewall County, Texas. The climate of Aspermont is classified as semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated near the Brazos River, which provides hydrological constituents for the area. Aspermont is known for its excellent hunting and fishing opportunities. The nearby Copper Breaks State Park offers camping, hiking, and mountain biking. Additionally, the area is popular for off-roading and birdwatching. The town's location in West Texas also makes it an ideal spot for stargazing, with minimal light pollution. Overall, Aspermont offers a variety of outdoor activities for nature 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): 9.4
Aspermont receives approximately
581mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Aspermont 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
Brazos Headwaters
Area Rivers
Brazos Headwaters
Snowpack Depths
Brazos Headwaters
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Brazos Headwaters
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sweetwater Park | 20 | 2,074 ft | |||
| South Park - Hamlin | None | 1,765 ft | |||
| Hamlin City Park | None | 1,716 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): 1.5
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.