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Choctaw
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
3.6
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Choctaw, Oklahoma is located in the Great Plains region of the United States and experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and cool winters. The area is prone to severe thunderstorms and tornadoes during the spring and summer months. The primary hydrology constituents in Choctaw include the North Canadian River and several small creeks and streams. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include fishing and boating on the North Canadian River, hiking and camping in the nearby Shawnee National Forest, and golfing at the Choctaw Creek Golf Course.
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
Choctaw receives approximately
943mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Choctaw 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
Lower North Canadian
Area Rivers
Lower North Canadian
Snowpack Depths
Lower North Canadian
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower North Canadian
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dukes - Lake Murray State Park | None | 803 ft | |||
| Field Trial Area - Lake Murray State Park | None | 799 ft | |||
| Tipps Point - Lake Murray State Park | None | 755 ft | |||
| Martins Landing - Lake Murray State Park | None | 761 ft | |||
| Buzzards Roost - Lake Murray State Park | None | 764 ft | |||
| Rock Tower - Lake Murray State Park | None | 776 ft | |||
| Healdton Municipal Lake | 57 | 900 ft | |||
| Cedar Grove - Lake Murray State Park | None | 764 ft | |||
| Elephant Rock - Lake Murray State Park | None | 762 ft | |||
| Marietta Landing - Lake Murray State Park | None | 765 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): 3.6
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.