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Billings
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
1.4
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Billings, Oklahoma is a small town situated in the north-central part of the state. Its climate is generally characterized by hot summers and cold winters, with an average annual temperature of 59°F. The town is located near several hydrological features, including the Arkansas River, which provides water for irrigation and recreation. Additionally, several small creeks and tributaries flow through the area. Visitors to Billings can enjoy a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including camping, hiking, and fishing at nearby lakes and reservoirs. The town is also home to several parks and green spaces, making it a great place to enjoy the great outdoors.
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): 8.3
Billings receives approximately
891mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Billings 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
Arkansas - Keystone
Area Rivers
Arkansas - Keystone
Snowpack Depths
Arkansas - Keystone
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Arkansas - Keystone
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler City Park - Purcell | 25 | 1,091 ft | |||
| Perry Lake | 10 | 1,105 ft | |||
| Wellington Lake West Rec Area | None | 1,216 ft | |||
| Lake Thunderbird State Park - North | None | 1,081 ft | |||
| Tinker AFB Military | None | 1,253 ft | |||
| Liberty Lake | None | 1,025 ft | |||
| Lake Thunderbird State Park - South | None | 1,146 ft | |||
| Guthrie Lake | None | 993 ft | |||
| Wellington Lake East Rec Area | None | 1,225 ft | |||
| Arcadia Lake | 140 | 1,062 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): 1.4
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.