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Driscoll
Eden Index
Climate
7.2
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
0.6
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Driscoll, Texas is a small city located in Nueces County in southern Texas. The climate of Driscoll is subtropical with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The area receives ample rainfall with an average annual precipitation of around 32 inches. The hydrology constituents of Driscoll include the Nueces River, Lake Corpus Christi, and various small creeks and ponds. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include fishing, boating, and swimming in Lake Corpus Christi and the Nueces River. The city also has several parks and nature trails for hiking and picnicking.
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): 7.2
Driscoll receives approximately
738mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 89%
and air temperatures averaging around
23°C.
Driscoll has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Southwestern Texas Coastal
Area Rivers
Southwestern Texas Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Southwestern Texas Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Southwestern Texas Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nasking Rec Military - Kingsville NAS | None | 49 ft | |||
| John J. Sablatura Park | None | 77 ft | |||
| Kaufer - Hubert - SeaWind RV Park | 134 | 9 ft | |||
| Labonte Park | 20 | 7 ft | |||
| Lake Corpus Christi State Park | 116 | 109 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): 0.6
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.