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Catoosa
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
2.9
•
Safeguard
5.2/10
Catoosa, Oklahoma is situated in the northeastern region of the state and experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cold winters. The town is located on the banks of the Verdigris River, which is a source of hydrology constituents for the area. Catoosa is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities, including the nearby Keystone Lake, which offers fishing, boating, and camping. The town also has several parks with walking trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Visitors can explore the historic Route 66, which runs through Catoosa and features unique roadside attractions such as the Blue Whale of Catoosa. Overall, Catoosa provides a variety of outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts to enjoy.
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
Catoosa receives approximately
1044mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Catoosa 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
Verdigris
Area Rivers
Verdigris
Snowpack Depths
Verdigris
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Verdigris
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead State Park | None | 619 ft | |||
| Lake McAlester | None | 626 ft | |||
| Oak Ridge - Eufaula Lake | None | 597 ft | |||
| Deep Fork - Lake Eufaula State Park | None | 629 ft | |||
| Mill Creek Bay - Eufaula Lake | 12 | 623 ft | |||
| Murphys Meadow Military - McAlester | None | 725 ft | |||
| Gentry Creek Landing - Eufaula Lake | None | 607 ft | |||
| Belle Starr Park - Eufaula Lake | None | 614 ft | |||
| McGee Creek State Park | None | 684 ft | |||
| Elm Point - Eufaula Lake | None | 599 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): 2.9
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.