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Connerville
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.9/10
Connerville is a small town in southeastern Oklahoma with a humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are mild with occasional snowfall. The area is dominated by sandy soils and is part of the Pennington Creek watershed. The creek is known for its clear water and diverse aquatic life, including several species of fish, turtles, and mussels. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include fishing, boating, hiking, and camping. The nearby Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge offers additional wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities. Overall, Connerville is a great destination for those seeking outdoor adventures and a break from the city.
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): 9.7
Connerville receives approximately
1050mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Connerville 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
Red-Little
Area Rivers
Red-Little
Snowpack Depths
Red-Little
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Red-Little
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buncombe Creek - Lake Texoma | None | 659 ft | |||
| East Burns Run - Lake Texoma | None | 661 ft | |||
| Dam Site | None | 560 ft | |||
| Juniper Point - Lake Texoma | None | 655 ft | |||
| Erwin Park - McKinney | None | 637 ft | |||
| Caney Creek - Lake Texoma | None | 646 ft | |||
| Walnut Creek Resort | 25 | 650 ft | |||
| Lighthouse Resort | None | 673 ft | |||
| Platter Flats - Lake Texoma | None | 646 ft | |||
| Preston Bend - Lake Texoma | None | 676 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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.