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Blanco
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
0.3
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.4/10
Blanco, Oklahoma is a small town located in Pittsburg County, situated along the western slopes of the Ouachita Mountains. The climate in Blanco is subtropical with hot summers and mild winters. The area receives a moderate amount of rainfall throughout the year, and the hydrology constituents of the region include several small streams and tributaries that flow into the nearby Lake Eufaula. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include fishing, hunting, hiking, and camping. The nearby Lake Eufaula State Park offers visitors ample opportunities for water-related activities such as boating and swimming, while the nearby Kiamichi Mountains provide opportunities for hiking and wildlife viewing.
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): 8.2
Blanco receives approximately
1152mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Blanco 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
Area Rivers
Snowpack Depths
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.3
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 Holbrook Park - West | None | 383 ft | |||
| Murphys Meadow Military - McAlester | None | 725 ft | |||
| Lamar Point - Pat Mayse Lake | None | 506 ft | |||
| Pat Mayse East - Pat Mayse Lake | 25 | 504 ft | |||
| Elm Point - Eufaula Lake | None | 599 ft | |||
| McGee Creek State Park | None | 684 ft | |||
| Arrowhead State Park | None | 619 ft | |||
| Lake Holbrook Park - South | None | 379 ft | |||
| Lake McAlester | None | 626 ft | |||
| Pat Mayse West - Pat Mayse Lake | 85 | 481 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.