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Coahoma
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Coahoma is a small town located in Howard County, Texas. The climate in Coahoma is mainly warm and dry, with temperatures regularly reaching into the 90s during the summer months. The town is located near the Colorado River and has several small creeks running through it. Hydrology constituents in the area include dissolved solids such as calcium, sodium, and sulfate. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Coahoma include fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking. Nearby parks and recreation areas include Big Spring State Park and Comanche Trail Park, which offer a range of outdoor activities for visitors 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): 9.5
Coahoma receives approximately
494mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 58%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Coahoma 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
Upper Colorado
Area Rivers
Upper Colorado
Snowpack Depths
Upper Colorado
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Colorado
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bull Creek Park - Lake J. B. Thomas | None | 2,271 ft | |||
| Samuel W. Wahl Rec Area | 40 | 2,251 ft | |||
| Moss Creek Lake Park | 55 | 2,369 ft | |||
| Rivercrest Rd - White River Reservoir | None | 2,410 ft | |||
| South Side Park - Lake J. B. Thomas | None | 2,269 ft | |||
| Marina - White River Reservoir | None | 2,375 ft | |||
| Sandy Beach Park - Lake J. B. Thomas | None | 2,287 ft | |||
| White Island Park - Lake J. B. Thomas | None | 2,265 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.