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Copeville
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
4.2
•
Community
0.9
•
Safeguard
5.6/10
Copeville, Texas is a small rural community located in Collin County. The climate in Copeville is characterized by hot summers and mild winters with an average annual temperature of 64°F. The area is prone to flooding due to its location near the East Fork Trinity River and Pecan Creek. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Blackland Prairie, which is a fertile soil region that supports agriculture. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Copeville are limited, but nearby Lake Lavon offers fishing, boating, and camping. The area is also home to several parks and trails, including the Trinity Trail, which is a 25-mile trail that follows the East Fork of the Trinity River.
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
Copeville receives approximately
1040mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Copeville 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 Trinity
Area Rivers
Upper Trinity
Snowpack Depths
Upper Trinity
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Trinity
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platter Flats - Lake Texoma | None | 646 ft | |||
| Lake Mexia Rec Area | 22 | 471 ft | |||
| Fort Parker State Park | 25 | 449 ft | |||
| West Burns Run - Lake Texoma | None | 632 ft | |||
| Dam Site | None | 560 ft | |||
| Public Use Area 5 - Thornton | None | 369 ft | |||
| Public Use Area 2 - Groesbeck | None | 421 ft | |||
| Willafa Woods - Lake Texoma | None | 634 ft | |||
| East Burns Run - Lake Texoma | None | 661 ft | |||
| Public Use Area 3 - Groesbeck | None | 382 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): 0.9
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.