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Collinsville
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
3.3
•
Safeguard
5.1/10
Collinsville, Oklahoma experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area is home to several hydrology constituents including the Caney River, which flows through the city, and several small ponds and creeks. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Collinsville include fishing and boating on the Caney River, hiking and camping at the nearby Osage Hills Wildlife Preserve, and golfing at the Owasso Golf and Athletic Club. Collinsville is also home to a variety of parks and recreational facilities including the Collinsville City Park and the Collinsville Aquatic Center.
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
Collinsville receives approximately
1025mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Collinsville 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): 2.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Dance - Melvern Lake | None | 1,079 ft | |||
| Lake McAlester | None | 626 ft | |||
| Gentry Creek Landing - Eufaula Lake | None | 607 ft | |||
| Coeur DAlene - Melvern Lake | None | 1,057 ft | |||
| Arrow Rock - Melvern Reservoir | None | 1,087 ft | |||
| McGee Creek State Park | None | 684 ft | |||
| Murphys Meadow Military - McAlester | None | 725 ft | |||
| Arrowhead State Park | None | 619 ft | |||
| Johnstone Park | 6 | 670 ft | |||
| Mill Creek Bay - Eufaula Lake | 12 | 623 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): 3.3
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.