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Call
Eden Index
Climate
7.2
•
Recreation
•
Community
•
Safeguard
2.9/10
Call, Texas is a small community located in the southeastern part of the state. The climate in Call is characterized by hot and humid summers, with temperatures frequently reaching into the 90s, and mild winters with occasional freezes. The area is prone to flooding, and hydrology constituents like the Sabine River and Lake Sam Rayburn are popular among anglers and boaters. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Call include hiking and camping in the nearby Angelina National Forest, hunting, fishing, and water sports like canoeing and kayaking. The area is also home to several parks and wildlife preserves, including the Martin Dies Jr. State Park, which offers a variety of outdoor activities like birdwatching and mountain biking.
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): 7.2
Call receives approximately
1469mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 90%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Call 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
Sabine
Area Rivers
Sabine
Snowpack Depths
Sabine
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Sabine
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Oak | 15 | 216 ft | |||
| Mill Creek - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | 110 | 181 ft | |||
| Ragtown | 25 | 208 ft | |||
| Claiborne West Park | None | 16 ft | |||
| Alligator Parish Park | 15 | 29 ft | |||
| North Toledo Bend State Park | None | 258 ft | |||
| Indian Mounds | 37 | 190 ft | |||
| San Miguel Park State Rec Area | None | 228 ft | |||
| Red Hills Lake | 26 | 374 ft | |||
| Cypress Bend State Rec Area | None | 216 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.