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Boston
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
5.4/10
Located in Northeast Texas, Boston enjoys a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area's hydrology is dominated by the Sulphur River basin, with the river flowing through the eastern part of town. The water quality is closely monitored for potential contaminants due to local industrial activity. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Boston include fishing and boating on the Sulphur River, hiking and camping at Atlanta State Park, and birdwatching at Wright Patman Lake. The town also hosts several community events throughout the year, including a Fourth of July celebration and the Boston Music Festival.
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): 9.5
Boston receives approximately
1243mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Boston has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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
Red-Little
Area Rivers
Red-Little
Snowpack Depths
Red-Little
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Red-Little
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cassells - Boykin County Park | 96 | 195 ft | |||
| Magnolia Ridge - Town Bluff Reservoir | 40 | 90 ft | |||
| Caney Creek | 25 | 164 ft | |||
| Harvey Creek | 34 | 163 ft | |||
| Lake Tejas City Park | None | 226 ft | |||
| Jackson Hill - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | None | 187 ft | |||
| Boykin Spring | 25 | 220 ft | |||
| Sandy Creek | 15 | 161 ft | |||
| Bouton Lake | 7 | 144 ft | |||
| Hanks Creek - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | 45 | 181 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): 2.4
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.