Catoosa

Climate Recreation Community Catastrophe

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
The Woods - Walter Johnson City Park 56 717 ft
Norman No.1 Museum RV Park 4 810 ft
Rivercrest - Walter Johnson City Park 61 719 ft
Hickory Creek East - John Redmond Reservoir None 1,050 ft
Washington Cove - Copan Lake None 745 ft
Toronto Point - Cross Timbers State Park 200 936 ft
Belle Starr Park - Eufaula Lake None 614 ft
McGee Creek State Park None 684 ft
Dam Site Area - John Redmond Reservoir None 1,062 ft
Deep Fork - Lake Eufaula State Park None 629 ft
Yates Center Reservoir 12 1,037 ft
Redmond Cove South - John Redmond Reservoir None 1,054 ft
Hickory Creek West - John Redmond Reservoir None 1,047 ft
Holiday Park - Le Roy 4 1,011 ft
Arrowhead State Park None 619 ft
Outlet Channel - Elk City Lake 15 775 ft
Lake McAlester None 626 ft
Bluff Landing - Arkansas River None 539 ft
Riverside West - John Redmond Reservoir None 1,023 ft
Elm Point - Eufaula Lake None 599 ft
Riverside East - John Redmond Reservoir None 1,081 ft
Murphys Meadow Military - McAlester None 725 ft
Manns Cove - Cross Timbers State Park 20 943 ft
Elk City State Park 100 837 ft
Newt Graham Lock and Dam - Arkansas River None 521 ft
Oak Ridge - Eufaula Lake None 597 ft
Mill Creek Bay - Eufaula Lake 12 623 ft
Gentry Creek Landing - Eufaula Lake None 607 ft
Big Creek Ramp - Oologah Lake None 653 ft
Wilson State Fishing Lake 20 932 ft
Redmond Cove North - John Redmond Reservoir None 1,045 ft
Rollin RED Vandever Memorial Park 8 937 ft
West Wingwall - John Redmond Reservoir 6 1,050 ft
Kelley City Park None 1,026 ft
South Owl Lake None 1,078 ft
Holliday Hill - Cross Timbers State Park 30 918 ft
Card Creek - Elk City Lake None 815 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.


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