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Austwell
Eden Index
Climate
7.3
•
Recreation
0.9
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.2/10
Austwell is a small town located in Refugio County, Texas. The climate in Austwell is humid subtropical with hot summers and mild winters. The area is prone to hurricanes and tropical storms. The hydrology constituents of Austwell are influenced by the nearby San Antonio Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The town is known for its excellent fishing opportunities, particularly for redfish, trout, and flounder. Austwell is also home to the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, which offers outdoor recreation opportunities such as birdwatching, hiking, and fishing. The refuge is a wintering ground for whooping cranes and is an important habitat for other migratory birds and wildlife.
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): 7.3
Austwell receives approximately
980mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 90%
and air temperatures averaging around
22°C.
Austwell 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
Central Texas Coastal
Area Rivers
Central Texas Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Central Texas Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Central Texas Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town Square - Fayetteville | None | 409 ft | |||
| Park Prarie - Lake Fayette | 12 | 406 ft | |||
| Austwell City Park | None | 24 ft | |||
| Goose Island State Park | 100 | 7 ft | |||
| Hallettsville City Park | 17 | 249 ft | |||
| IB Magee Beach County Park | 75 | 6 ft | |||
| Oak Thicket Park - Fayette Lake | 20 | 405 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):
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.