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Checotah
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
1.6
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Checotah, Oklahoma is located in McIntosh County and has a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid with temperatures averaging around 93°F and winters are mild with temperatures averaging around 44°F. The town is situated on the banks of the Canadian River and has numerous smaller creeks and streams running through it. The hydrology constituents in the area include sandstone and shale formations, as well as a variety of aquatic wildlife. For outdoor enthusiasts, Checotah offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities on nearby Lake Eufaula. The town also has several parks and green spaces for hiking, camping, and picnicking.
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
Checotah receives approximately
1114mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Checotah 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
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir
Area Rivers
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir
Snowpack Depths
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Robert S. Kerr Reservoir
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanders Cove - Pat Mayse Lake | 90 | 541 ft | |||
| Hugo Lake - Kiamichi State Park | None | 468 ft | |||
| Lamar Point - Pat Mayse Lake | None | 506 ft | |||
| Rattan Landing - Hugo Lake | None | 433 ft | |||
| Lloyd Church Lake | None | 776 ft | |||
| Virgil Point - Hugo Lake | None | 452 ft | |||
| Sardis Cove | None | 688 ft | |||
| Kiamichi Park - Hugo Lake | None | 464 ft | |||
| Pat Mayse East - Pat Mayse Lake | 25 | 504 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): 1.6
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.