Eden Index

Battiest

Climate • Recreation • Community • Catastrophe

Battiest
Eden Index
Climate 7.6 • Recreation • Community • Safeguard

3.1/10

Battiest, Oklahoma is a small town located in the southeastern part of the state. The climate in Battiest is typical of the region, with hot summers and mild winters. The primary hydrology constituent in the area is the Little River, which flows through the nearby Ouachita Mountains. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Battiest include hiking and camping in the Ouachita National Forest, fishing in the Little River, and hunting in the surrounding wilderness areas. The town is also home to several parks and swimming holes, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Overall, Battiest is a great place to enjoy the natural beauty of Oklahoma and the surrounding region.

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): 7.6


Battiest receives approximately 1396mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 80% and air temperatures averaging around 16°C. Battiest 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

Red-Little

Area Rivers

Red-Little



Snowpack Depths

Red-Little



Reservoir Storage Capacity

Red-Little



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
Hochatown State Park None 640 ft
Gore Landing 22 464 ft
Titus County Park None 362 ft
Twin Bridges State Park None 815 ft
Wards Landing - Lake Wister State Park None 519 ft
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park 95 415 ft
City Park Camp - Overton 40 468 ft
Bernice State Park None 754 ft
Tenkiller State Park None 738 ft
Applegate Cove - Kerr Reservoir None 481 ft
Brushy Lake State Park None 700 ft
Summers Ferry None 493 ft
Cherokee Landing State Park None 663 ft
Pine Creek Cove - Pine Creek Lake None 462 ft
Little River - Pine Creek Lake None 537 ft
Cherokee State Park None 826 ft
Elk Creek Landing - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 687 ft
John Wells Park None 686 ft
Honey Creek State Park None 812 ft
Jack Guthrie Park - Monticello Reservoir None 414 ft
Cowlington Point - Kerr Reservoir None 480 ft
Cookson Bend - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 646 ft
Carters Landing - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 641 ft
Twin Oaks Park - Lake Cypress Springs None 387 ft
Sizemore Landing - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 633 ft
Petit Bay - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 793 ft
Billy Creek 12 836 ft
Cato Creek Landing - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 668 ft
Dogwood Park None 399 ft
Spavinaw State Park 100 638 ft
Chicken Creek - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 710 ft
Snake Creek Cove - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 638 ft
Strayhorn Landing - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 741 ft
Turkey Creek - Pine Creek Lake 31 458 ft
Walleye Park - Lake Cypress Springs 100 430 ft
Short Mountain Cove - Kerr Reservoir None 499 ft
Victor Area - Lake Wister State Park None 506 ft
Twin Bridges State Rec Area None 825 ft
Monticello Park - Monticello Reservoir 28 389 ft
Talimena State Park None 1,064 ft
Lost Rapids - Pine Creek Lake None 492 ft
Standing Rock - Tenkiller Ferry Lake None 700 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.


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