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Atascosa
Eden Index
Climate
7.7
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
1.3
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Atascosa, Texas is a rural community located in Bexar County with a hot and humid climate. The area receives approximately 32 inches of rainfall per year with frequent thunderstorms in the summer months. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Medina River and the BMA Canal, which provide opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Atascosa include hiking and biking trails at nearby Government Canyon State Natural Area and Medina River Natural Area. The area is also home to the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, which offers guided tours of the historic missions and surrounding areas.
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): 7.7
Atascosa receives approximately
711mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
21°C.
Atascosa 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
San Antonio
Area Rivers
San Antonio
Snowpack Depths
San Antonio
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Antonio
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enchanted Rock State Natural Area | 100 | 1,391 ft | |||
| Lackland AFB Military | None | 734 ft | |||
| Castroville Regional Park | 40 | 792 ft | |||
| Lady Bird Johnson City Park | 113 | 1,666 ft | |||
| Escondido Ranch Military - Kingsville NAS | None | 265 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): 1.3
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.