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Cushing
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
2.3
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Cushing, Oklahoma has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area is well-known for its oil production, and as a result, its hydrology constituents include oil and gas wells, injection wells, and pipelines. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Cushing include fishing at the nearby Heyburn Lake, hiking and camping at Cushing Lake, and playing golf at the Cimarron Trails Golf Course. Additionally, the town hosts several annual events, such as the Cushing's Annual 4th of July Celebration and the Cushing Oil Field Chili Cook-Off.
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
Cushing receives approximately
955mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Cushing 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 Cimarron
Area Rivers
Lower Cimarron
Snowpack Depths
Lower Cimarron
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Cimarron
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Springs - Chickasaw National Rec Area | 65 | 984 ft | |||
| Bell Cow Lake and Equestrian | 60 | 928 ft | |||
| Central - Chickasaw National Rec Area | 10 | 961 ft | |||
| Pennington Creek Park | None | 637 ft | |||
| Jim Thorpe Park | None | 912 ft | |||
| Sportsmans Lake | None | 895 ft | |||
| Prague City Lake | None | 910 ft | |||
| Meeker Lake | None | 923 ft | |||
| Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center | 300 | 1,083 ft | |||
| Stroud Municipal Lake | None | 866 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 2.4
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.