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Earth
Eden Index
Climate
9.3
•
Recreation
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Earth, Texas is a small town located in the High Plains region of the state. The climate in this region is typically arid with hot summers and cold winters. Hydrology constituents in the area include the Ogallala Aquifer, which provides water for irrigation and drinking. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Earth include hiking and camping in nearby state parks, such as Palo Duro Canyon and Caprock Canyons. Fishing is also popular in the area, with Lake Mackenzie and White River Lake offering opportunities for anglers. The town is also home to the Earthquake Festival, which celebrates the town's unique name and history of seismic activity.
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): 9.3
Earth receives approximately
456mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 69%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Earth 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
Brazos Headwaters
Area Rivers
Brazos Headwaters
Snowpack Depths
Brazos Headwaters
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Brazos Headwaters
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levelland City RV Park | None | 3,507 ft | |||
| Waylon Jennings | 56 | 3,557 ft | |||
| Hereford City RV Park | None | 3,824 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): 2.3
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.